Description

Commercial Business Development Specialist

Plunkett's Pest Control

You probably never thought about working for a pest control company; but it may just be everything you are looking for.

About Plunkett's:

Plunkett's is a solid, family-owned business established in 1915 celebrating over 100 years of continued growth! Our service area covers 17 Midwest states with headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota. Our 450+ employees receive competitive wages and rewards, fantastic benefits, a company sponsored retirement program, continuous training and career development. Plunkett's is an outstanding, privately owned company that holds a great deal of opportunity for a sharp, motivated outside sales specialist!

Come join the Plunkett's family!

 Our Core Four Values:

We live by our Core Four, and you will too:

1. Leave No Doubt You Care Put people first and solve problems with empathy.
2. Own It Be accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
3. Grow to Control Our Destiny Seek opportunities to grow your route and re-sell our value every time.
4. Shape our Legacy Improve what you touch and help carry forward our 100+ years of service excellence.

Position Description:

This person will assist the Company's growth through the procurement of commercial and industrial clients. 

Essential Job Duties: 

· Prospect and contact potential clients via the telephone or in person and schedule sales appointments.

· Accurately identify pests and form decisions based on this to find the most effective pest management programs and methods

· Establish pest management programs to meet client needs

· Create outlines and personalized sales proposals

· Work directly with the Operations Team in the development of pricing and proposals.

· Submit proposals to prospective clients

· Oversee implementation of new service programs with the assistance of other Plunkett's team members

· Follow-up with new clients to ensure satisfaction

· Attend all training meetings including; Initial, Sales, Technical, and state/regional programs as required by the Director of Sales.

· Cooperate with Company management by performing other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Requirements:

· Four Year Degree or equivalent outside sales experience

· Ability to work both independently and as a team member

· Must be self-driven, results oriented and motived while possessing good relationship building skills

· Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

· Possess intelligent and professionalism to have the ability to communicate with all levels of an organization, including plant management, chemists, and microbiologists

· Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, with extreme organizational skills, commitment to quality and attention to detail.

· Ability to stay on task with projects that start and stop over time.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Word and Excel

· Capable of working effectively under the pressure of deadlines; punctual.

· Basic math aptitude

· Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Requirements:

· Previous experience in outside sales

· Working knowledge of food plants or the food industry 

· B2B Sales experience in service industry

Physical Demands and Work Environment

· Communicates through telephone conversations, face-to-face interactions, texts and email

· The ability to lift and carry up to 20lbs

· Sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching

· Read printed materials and a computer screen

· Stamina needed to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions

· Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment including a computer, keyboard, and telephone.

· Travel by car required.

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