New Business Sales Representative

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people.

When you join Rumpke, you'll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more.

This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team!

New Business Sales Representatives are responsible to prospect and generate new commercial business. This position requires cold calling on commercial accounts over the phone and in the field to generate new contracted permanent commercial sales.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Identify leads, manage prospects, and acquire new business • Determine customer needs and propose appropriate service solutions • Conduct cold call and prospecting activities that result in scheduled first appointments and follow-up appointments with decision makers • Prepare and deliver sales proposals/presentations to key decision makers to close the sale • Propose customer solutions that are compliant with appropriate local, state and federal regulations • Maintain positive customer relationships for first-year accounts in an attempt to grow and retain those accounts • Utilize the Company's CRM tool on a daily basis, scheduling and documenting activities, and developing prospective customer profiles • Perform data entry to populate electronic sales orders via the Sales Management System (SMS) • Prepare and submit accurate reporting and other paperwork in a timely manner and in accordance with Company policy • Develop and maintain awareness of market behavior and competitive trends and respond accordingly • Attend meetings regularly with management to review weekly sales activities, progress on goals, and status of prospective customers • Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position will not manage employees

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills • Must be self-motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals • Strong presentation and communication skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Must be organized with good time management skills • Possess proven analytical/problem-solving skills for the customer and the company • Proficient in Windows and Microsoft applications