Job Details

Location: Flexible- Kentucky, Ohio or Tennessee

Vermeer Heartland is a family-owned, full-service dealer of Vermeer industrial equipment across four states. With decades of experience in the industry, our team sets itself apart with our strong customer-focus and growth-mindset.

Weare currently seeking a Recycling & Forestry Market Specialist serving our Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee territories. If you're ready to join a team that is passionate about enhancing the customer experience and you're looking to jump into a well-established territory, we would like to hear from you!

BENEFITS

• PTO and holiday pay
• Medical and life insurance plans
• 401(K)

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Effectively utilize Vermeer programs and resources to strengthen existing customer relationships in assigned territory, while actively identifying and cultivating new sales opportunities.
• Develop and maintain strong knowledge of the Vermeer equipment line-up and its applications, as well as awareness of competitive products, industry, and business trends.
• Enhance the customer experience by collaborating cross-functionally with all departments and effectively communicating with the customer throughout their buying journey, including facilitating equipment start-ups.
• Equip the customer with Vermeer Confidence Plus and other lifecycle solutions to ensure they are taken care of throughout the life of their machine.
• Actively participate in routine training courses as assigned, while continuously seeking out opportunities to learn and develop.
• Support customer and company needs during the financing process, including processing all quotes, sales and lease-purchase agreements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer information in the CRM system, including tracking sales activities, opportunities, and customer interactions to support data-driven decision making.
• Conduct professional equipment demonstrations for prospective and existing customers, showcasing product features, capabilities, and proper operation to support their purchasing decisions.
• Evaluate used equipment for potential trade-in.

POSITION SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• High-level of self-motivation and drive, with ability to make decisions based on the good of the organization.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-demand role on a consistent basis.
• Excellent customer service skills with ability to turn negative situations into positive experiences and opportunities.
• Excellent people management and communication skills for both internal co-workers and external customers and suppliers.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma, GED or vocational training/certification required.
• Valid driver's license with ability to meet Heartland insurance providers qualifications.
• Ability to move body to assess equipment as needed.
• Minimum 3-5 years of sales and recycling and forestry industry experience, or equivalent of combined experience.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, but not required.
• Frequent travel, including overnight stays within the territory, is required.

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