Residential Sales Specialist, Midwest

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram and  LinkedIn.

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Residential Sales Specialist, Midwest

Compensation Range
The expected base salary range for this position is $69,000.00 to $111,000.00 per year . This range represents our good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to pay for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and location. 

Additional Compensation and Benefits
This role is eligible for additional compensation such as uncapped commissions and a company vehicle. A general overview of benefits includes health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other company-sponsored programs.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Milliken's Residential Carpet Business is currently seeking a candidate for the position of Sales Representative. The Sales Representative will report directly to the National Account Manager for Residential. Specifically, the territory encompasses Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Iowa.  The position will be located in a home office within the region.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build solid and trustworthy relationships with specialty flooring retailers enabling Milliken to greatly increase their market and business share in the territory.
• Daily sales calls on existing customers with focus on the sale of samples / displays, rolls, and area rugs.
• Ensure product knowledge training and provide product consultation.
• Must continually prospect for viable new accounts while developing a keen awareness of what is happening within the designated geographic area.
• Provide retailers with business and product consultations to increase sales in their markets.
• Prepare reports outlining business transactions and sales reports showing sales volume and potential sales.
• Prepare and communicate sales reports outlining actual sales information and goals, competitive market conditions and product needs.
• Analyze and control tr