Business Development Specialist - Hayward, CA
Business Development Specialist
LOCATION: San Francisco Bay Area, CA
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prefer Technical knowledge of Cathodic Protection and/or corrosion related materials and services or Oil and Gas or Pipeline.
- Have at least 3 years Sales experience.
- Strategic thinking, good marketing acumen, written and verbal communication skills, and customer relationship management
- Able to identify customer needs and maintain relationships with key clients
- Proven track record with developing new accounts and sales leads, developing existing relationships and target specific opportunities
- Ability to meet revenue based targets and track projects for purpose of sale closure
- Develop sales presentations and provide detailed correspondence for customers
- Sales territory will be Northern and central California
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Mature and reliable, pleasant personality with exceptional communication and people skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook, Information management
- Must have a great driving record, able to drive long distances in car is required
- Confident giving presentations and speaking in front of groups
- Overnight travel is required, (About 20% travel will be required)
- Verbal and written communication skills, professional personal presentation
- Good organizational and planning skills with attention to detail
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
- Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
If interested please submit resume and cover letter to bhoefer@farwestcorrosion.com, no phone calls please