JOB SUMMARY
Build your sales experience with DEX in the Nashville market! As a Sales Canvasser, you’ll be on the front lines of our local growth efforts, connecting with businesses throughout the area and creating new opportunities for our sales team. You’ll identify prospective customers, engage key decision-makers, introduce DEX and our business technology solutions, and generate qualified leads for our sales pipeline. This role is ideal for someone who is outgoing, confident starting conversations, comfortable working independently in the field, and motivated by results. For someone looking to break into sales or take the next step in their career, the Sales Canvasser position provides valuable hands-on experience and an opportunity to grow within DEX.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Primary point of contact.
- Telephones prospects to identify appropriate contacts, qualify and drive leads through the sales pipeline.
- Compiles lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from newspapers, business directories, industry ads, trade shows, Internet Web sites, and other sources.
- Hands-on involvement in a variety of marketing logistics, including quotes prices and credit terms and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained.
- Travels throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders or talks with customers by phone.
- Prepares reports of business transactions and track all invoices and expense accounts against budget.
- Investigates and resolves customer problems with deliveries.
- Develops and maintains relationships with purchasing contacts.
- Coordinates customer training.
- Adheres to all safety precautions and follow all safety requirements to properly complete job tasks
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- Typically reports to Sales Manager
- Job is not directly responsible for managing other employees.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
- Position requires extremely perceptive person, who can relate to individuals at all levels. As unique situations present themselves, the incumbent must be sensitive to corporate needs and the public image.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Order processing systems and Contact Management systems.
- Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected.
- Completes additional tasks and assignments as requested by Regional Sales Director.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.
- One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Regular business hours. Some additional hours may be required.
- Travel requirements: Domestic: Up to 0%
- Climate controlled office environment during normal business hours.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting
Up to 7 hour(s) a day
Lifting
Up to .5 hour(s) a day, up to 50lbs max. ^
Walking
Up to 2 hour(s) a day
Pushing/ Pulling
Up to .5 hour(s) a day, up to 50lbs max. ^
Standing
Up to 4 hour(s) a day
Climbing
Up to .5 hour(s) a day
Bending/ Squatting/Stooping
Up to 1 hour(s) a day
Stairs
Up to .5 hour(s) a day
Reaching
Up to 2 hour(s) a day
Ladder
Will not apply generally
Balancing
Will not apply generally
Step stool
Will not apply generally
Twisting
Up to 1 hour(s) a day
Excessive heat exposure
Will not apply generally
Crawling
Will not apply generally
Excessive cold exposure
Will not apply generally
Hands in water
Will not apply generally
Dust exposure
Will not apply generally
Kneeling
Up to 1 hour(s) a day
Lound noise exposure
Will not apply generally
Data Entry/Typing
Up to 4 hour(s) a day
Humidity exposure
Will not apply generally
Unusual hearting or vison demands: None Specified
^Other physical demands or notes: Employees should not attempt to lift pull or push a load excess of 50lbs without assistance. Care should always be taken when lifting, punching, or pulling in an awkward position.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature of work performed; the level of knowledge and skills typically required; and usual working conditions of this job. It is not designed o contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive listing of all requirements or responsibilities that may be requires by employees in the job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations made to enable individual with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This job description does not imply or cannot be considered as a part of an employment contract. DEX Imaging as an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- One to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of word processing software
- Knowledge of spreadsheet software
- Knowledge of order processing systems
- Knowledge of contact management systems
- Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory and potentially out of the area
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with assistance as needed
What We Do
DEX Imaging is an independent provider of office and business technology solutions. It supplies copiers, printers, multifunction products, and office equipment, while supporting organizations through managed IT services, cybersecurity, document management, workflow automation, and managed print services. The company’s mission is to help businesses improve productivity through customer-focused technology, service, and long-term support across the United States.
