Outside Parts Sales Representative

Kenworth Sales Company was founded in 1945 by the Treadways and is still family owned through 4 generations. With the combined service and support of over 840 employees across 22 different locations, we were awarded the 2014 ATD Dealer of the Year Award. Each of our Kenworth Sales locations has a similar culture throughout the entire company which makes you always feel a part of the family. Our Headquarters is located in Salt Lake City, Utah and is ran by Kyle Treadway-President of Kenworth Sales Company.


JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Outside Parts Salesman is to solicit parts sales from new and established customers in sales territories established by management.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  Solicits sales of trucks parts marketed by the Company, to customers located within assigned territories.  Maintains market penetration as required by Parts Manager.
2.  Completes all necessary paperwork for submission of parts orders and/or purchases.  Assist purchasing clerk with necessary documentation for special orders.
3.  Assists customer with any problems which may arise in connection with the sale of the parts, including returns and warranties.
4.  Maintains courteous and continuing relations with customer base and working knowledge of customers' base industries and equipment needs.  
5.  Promotes the sale of Kenworth trucks and service.  Facilitates communications between customer and these other departments.
6.   Maintains a superior level of knowledge and expertise in the trucking industry in general and Kenworth Trucks in particular.  Attends such training courses and seminars as required by Parts Manager. 
7.  Assist Parts Manager with year end inventory, and other miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
 

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to read and comprehend English instructions and information. 
High school diploma or the equivalent. 
3 years sales experience in truck parts. 
Ability to use computer systems, ten-key calculator, microfiche, and read vendor catalogs. 
Excellent organization and communication skills.


WORKING CONDITIONS

This position involves both sedentary and other work.  For part of the shift, employee will work at a desk in an office setting, doing paperwork, typing, filing, and key entry on a Video Display Terminal.  Extensive telephone and correspondence work required on a daily basis.  For part of the shift, employee will stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and reach, moving about the dealership facility to communicate with managers, employees, and customers.  Lifting of at least 50 lbs. without assistance on a daily basis will be required. Employee will travel by car extensively within and outside the State on a daily basis.  Will be exposed to noise, dust, exhaust fumes, and a variety of other hazardous and nonhazardous materials.


BENEFITS

We offer a full benefits package with retirement and paid life insurance. Also includes vacation time, sick days and paid holidays.


Kenworth Sales Company is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.