Bestdrive Commercial Sales Associate

Commercial Sales Associate

BestDrive, a wholly owned subsidiary of Continental, is quickly becoming the top choice among commercial trucking fleets for our high-quality products and exceptional service. BestDrive Commercial Tire Centers specializes in providing fleet customers with innovative tire solutions including award winning Continental and General Tire brand products, innovative commercial solution products such as ContiPressureCheck, and a wide array of multi-brand truck tires to address all market segments. Since our founding in 2012, we presently have 25 locations throughout the United States and continue to rapidly expand our footprint throughout the country

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Commercial Sales Associate is the main contact for sales and service in a thriving Commercial Tire Dealership. The Commercial Sales Associate is in charge of sales for area fleets as well as promoting new tires, retreads and tire services. Daily solicitation of existing store accounts, as well as calling on prospective new accounts are essential to building a profitable book of business.

Solicit commercial truck tire accounts in designated areas

Responsible for the sale of Industrial tires, new truck tires, retreads and services

Maintain current accounts with regular sales calls and follow up to accounts

Learn and work through the existing business operating system for billing of above sales channels

Maintain an acceptable profit margin

Actively seeking new accounts and represent the company to potential customers

Developing and maintaining a thorough knowledge of products and services to provide accurate information to customers

Meeting established sales and gross profit goals

Evaluating customer needs and making recommendations

Preparing weekly sales plans and completing all call reports following established company procedures

What You Will Bring to the Role:

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver's license in good standing

Ability to obtain a DOT med card

Previous Sales Experience

Ability to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team

Good oral and written communication ability

Must be able to pass a background check including employment history, SSN verification, criminal history, etc.

Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug test

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

No relocation assistance is offered for this position.

Additional Ways to Stand Out:

Previous Commercial Tire Sales Experience

5+ years experience in the tire industry

Retread tire knowledge

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work hours are generally 7-5 Monday – Friday. Saturday and evenings as needed; may have little to no advance notice.

This position operates in all types of indoor and outdoor work environments, therefore exposure to heat and cold is to be expected.

While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to stand, bend, climb, lift and walk.

Required to handle hazardous materials and wear various forms of protective equipment (safety shoes, gloves, protective eyewear, etc.). Comply with OSHA regulations and safety requirements.

Required to lift 50-75 lbs. routinely; may be required to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. individually.

Travel: 75% within Regional Area; minimal overnight travel.

The Perks:

Immediate Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts, including tires

Monthly Commission possibilities; Annual Bonus possibilities

Employer 401(k) Match

And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply.