Retail Sales Associate

Benchmark is a North Carolina-based distributor that began operations in 2004 with the mission to provide quality professional products and supplies to the construction, surveying and engineering industries while providing unmatched customer service at the best available prices.

We are a recognized industry leader offering: sales, service and repair, rentals and training for laser equipment, surveying and optical instruments, software, GPS, machine control, drones and field supplies and tools. 

Every day our People of Change are doing incredible things by working together to pursue our shared purpose–to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. 

Join our growing team!

We are seeking a results-driven Retail Sales Associate to provide full solutions to our customers. The ideal candidate is eager to develop an understanding of our client’s business requirements, possesses strong work planning skills and can interact with client personnel at all levels. This position will involve an office/retail setting.

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent our products in a professional, ethical, and socially responsible manner to provide a total solution for our customers.

• Establish and cultivate strong relationships with new and existing customers by identifying new opportunities, and increase market share in your territory.

• Work independently to demonstrate products and present solutions to potential customers and achieve sales targets.

• Take ownership of personal development and continuous learning; attend required sales training, seminars, and tradeshows.

• Document activities in customer relationship management software to improve communication and client satisfaction.

• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes within schedule

• Participates in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in product and complementary product areas.

Essential Skills:

• Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in sales

• Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office

• Experienced in Netsuite

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain calm efficiency

• Vigorous work ethic and self-motivation (self-starter, self-learner).

• Excellent organization, prioritization, and time-management skills 

Preferred Qualifications:

• HS Diploma Required; Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

• 2 years of outside or retail construction sales experience required

• Technical background and/or experience required

Benchmark Tool & Supply, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. 

We offer competitive compensation based on experience. This is a full-time position with benefits including: 

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance, Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance up to $25,000.00, for employees.

• 401(k) match to help you plan for a secure financial future.

• Paid time off and paid holidays.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development within the organization.

Benchmark Tool & Supply offers competitive compensation packages including 100% paid medical benefits, Life and Short-Term Disability insurances for our employees, matching retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.   Come work with us!