A leading provider of equipment solutions in Baton Rouge is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to grow business throughout Louisiana and surrounding territories. This position focuses on developing new business, building long-term customer relationships, and supporting customers across construction, industrial, municipal, environmental, wastewater, and infrastructure projects. This is a highly field-focused sales role for someone who enjoys meeting customers face-to-face, identifying opportunities, and driving revenue growth through a consultative sales approach.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and grow a book of business within the assigned territory
* Generate new business through prospecting, networking, jobsite visits, and customer meetings
* Build and maintain long-term relationships with contractors, engineers, municipalities, industrial clients, and project stakeholders
* Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate equipment and service solutions
* Prepare quotes and proposals with support and training from the internal team
* Maintain accurate customer and opportunity records within the CRM system
* Monitor projects, bid opportunities, and market activity throughout the territory
* Collaborate with operations and branch personnel to ensure successful project execution
* Represent the company at customer offices, active project sites, and industry events
Qualifications:
* Previous outside sales experience required
* Proven ability to develop new business and maintain customer relationships
* Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
* Experience within construction, equipment rental, environmental services, industrial services, infrastructure, utilities, wastewater, pumps, or related industries is highly preferred
* Comfortable spending the majority of the day meeting with customers in the field
* Experience using CRM software (Salesforce preferred)
* Strong organizational and follow-up skills
* Technical aptitude and willingness to learn equipment applications and quoting processes
* Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
* Uncapped commission structure
* Established territory with existing customer relationships
* Company vehicle, fuel card, credit card, laptop, and cell phone provided
* Strong earning potential
* Opportunity to sell into multiple industries and customer types
* Significant autonomy and time spent in the field