LP Delivery and Sales Specialist - Gold Star FS - Aledo, IL

The FS brand represents a standard of excellence for agricultural and energy-related products. It's the people who represent the FS brand that set it apart. As local cooperatives, FS Companies believe it is their responsibility to ensure that our earth, our communities, and businesses perform together, sustainably. FS Companies are committed to ensuring the continued profitability for the company, their owners, and their customers, while enacting to help the environment and greater good.

 

 

Energy Sales & Delivery

 

DEPARTMENT: Energy                                                           

REPORTS TO: Energy Department Manager               STATUS:  Exempt

                                                                                               

 

PURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENT

 

Assumes responsibility for targeted energy sales calls and is responsible for the sales and marketing of energy and accounts receivable within assigned territory.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

 

Establishes an efficient route system in assigned delivery territory; delivers fuel/propane/oil according to customer requirements.

Records energy sales or delivery information on daily sales.

Maintains a preferred prospect list and calls on prospective customers to solicit new business.

Prepares order forms and sales contracts.

Communicates marketing programs and distributes sales promotion materials to customers and prospects.

Adheres to and supports the company credit policy, checking credit history of patrons before making a sale and explains our policy to new customers.

Collects accounts as needed according to our credit policy.

Follows up on all customer complaints and seeks solutions in a timely manner.

Promotes the use of FS credit / Agri-Finance as a sales tool.

Submits required reports promptly as requested and communicates activities in assigned trade territory on a regular basis.

Maintains company vehicle; performs basic maintenance as needed.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

Normally requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years or more of sales experience to demonstrate strong reasoning ability to solve practical problems and handle customer inquiries and concerns.

 

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazmat endorsement.

Demonstrated essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.

 

Must be able to travel independently and overnight.

 

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.

 

Must be willing to work hours beyond those considered “normal.”