Sales Representative (Entry Level)
Lupoli Companies – Lawrence, MA
Lupoli Companies is a vertically integrated owner, operator, and developer of commercial and mixed-use real estate with headquarters in Massachusetts. From adaptive reuse and asset repositioning of historic mill buildings to ground-up construction and comprehensive property management, Lupoli Companies combines proven expertise, a diverse set of capabilities, and a strategic approach to enhance operational performance and productivity. Lupoli Companies has acquired more than 3 million square feet of commercial property within the past five years under the leadership of Sal Lupoli, a nationally recognized CEO who uses a thoughtful approach in creating communities that inspire creativity and encourage collaboration.
Summary of Position: The Lupoli Companies – Hospitality Division Sales Representative will be responsible for generating leads and meeting sales goals. Duties will include sales presentations and product demonstrations, as well as negotiating contracts with potential clients.
The ideal candidate for this position will:
Be relentlessness - Someone who is willing to keep trying, even when faced with multiple obstacles
Have an engaging personality –confident, passionate, and able to speak to anyone at any time, about anything related to the product or service they are selling.
Problem Solver – ability to navigate multiple clients, find solutions to problems, and get to the decision makers, faster.
Motivated to Serve the Customer - openness: Has mid to high level of creativity to come up with solutions and unique ways to help their current or potential customers.
Ability to act independently to present and sell product distribution.
Ability to think outside the box!
YOUR DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:
Develop outside sales accounts for continued product distribution
Meeting or exceeding sales goals.
Negotiating all contracts with prospective clients.
Helping determine pricing schedules for quotes, promotions, and negotiations.
Preparing weekly and monthly reports.
Giving sales presentations to a range of prospective clients.
Coordinating sales efforts with marketing programs.
Understanding and promoting company programs.
Obtaining deposits and balance of payment from clients.
Preparing and submitting sales contracts for orders.
Visiting clients and potential clients to evaluate needs or promote products and services.
Work closely with production team to ensure orders are filled in a timely manner.
Work closely with production team to ensure adequate materials are on hand and available.
Answering client questions about credit terms, products, prices and availability.
Mentor other colleagues after refining your own skill set.
Core Competencies:
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, economics or related field.
Experience in sales.
Understanding of the sales process and dynamics.
A commitment to excellent customer service.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with both customers and suppliers.
Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in English / Spanish is a plus
Please send resume and salary requirements to Edward Mudge at emudge@lupolicompanies.com.