Outside Sales Representative - Atlanta, Ga

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases, has an immediate opportunity for an Outside Sales Representative in Atlanta, Georgia!

Air Products is a world-leading Industrial Gases company with operations in more than 50 countries. More than 20,000 passionate, dedicated and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products’ higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities, and the world.

This is a Business to Business selling role, primarily focused on new customer acquisition for the Microbulk South Business. Territory coverage is local with no overnight travel required.

This Outside Sales Role is an opportunity to work with a variety of industries such as: Manufacturing, Foods Packaging, Metals Fabrication, Chemicals, Laboratories, Aerospace, Life Sciences, Hospitals, and many others. Each of these industries have specific application needs for cryogenic gases and/or liquids. You will be responsible for leading the entire sales process from cold call through installation of Microbulk equipment, and meeting or exceeding assigned sales targets. This is a tremendous opportunity to enter the sales world and Air Products with ample opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to collect information and create presentations to internal and external customers.
• Grow a valid pipeline of prospects, work with prospects through the sales process and independently negotiate and close sales opportunities.
• Record and maintain accurate, current, and relevant data in CRM.
• Identify, engage, and generate appointments with prospects through a variety of methods, including in-person visits, phone, and email outreach.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the Microbulk product suite, safety standards, technical acuity, and sales process.
• Ability to demonstrate product knowledge and internal resources to bring value to prospects during the sales process.
• Serve as the commercial information lead between the customer and internal team members during project execution.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Competitive base salary plus commissions.
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(K) plan with generous company match
• Paid training in products and sales methodology
• Monthly Vehicle Allowance Program

Skills:

• Communications
• Competitiveness
• Meticulous, detail-oriented
• Sales-focused
• Discipline
• Self-Starter
• Critical Thinking
• Presentation

Requirements:

• Strong desire to be in outside sales.
• Comfortable conducting face to face cold calls.
• Highly teachable and desire to learn. Technical background a plus.
• Experience: Experience in a competitive environment with a record of success exceeding goals which may be demonstrated through previous work or relevant experience.
• Retain a positive attitude and ability to overcome objections.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record and your own vehicle.
• Education: 4-year degree required (Prior experience in outside B2B sales may be considered in lieu of Degree).
• Ability to work independently.

Working here you will discover: Rewards for your achievements and respect as a valued member of the team. Challenging and interesting work that makes a difference. A collaborative environment where you are inspired to build lasting relationships. Broad opportunities for growth and development in a global company. Colleagues who are talented, caring and driven to win!

At Air Products, we work in an environment where diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment!

Air Products thanks all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.