Description
Outside Sales Representative
Competitive Base Salary + Commission & Incentives!
Monday - Friday Schedule
Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) w/Match, PTO and More!
Join a Team that Powers Possibility!
At Haun Welding Supply & Specialty Gases, we've been proudly supporting customers across New York and the Northeast since 1958-delivering quality, safety, and service you can depend on. We're more than a supplier; we're a team driven by Helpfulness, Humility, Heart, and Honesty-the values that make us who we are.
We're seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative with industry knowledge in welding, industrial gases, metal fabrication, or related industrial markets to support and grow the assigned territory. This role is ideal for a motivated sales professional who understands industrial customer needs, thrives on building relationships, uncovers new opportunities, and helps customers succeed through innovative welding and industrial solutions. The ideal candidate brings both proven outside sales success and a strong understanding of the welding and industrial supply industry.
What You'll Do
As an Outside Sales Representative, you'll play a key role in driving profitable growth and strengthening customer partnerships. You'll:
- Grow territory sales and profitability through expansion of existing accounts and acquisition of new customers
- Identify new sales opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, and lead follow-up
- Develop and promote welding equipment sales and rental solutions within your assigned region
- Prepare quotes, deliver presentations, and provide consistent customer follow-up
- Build strong relationships with customer stakeholders across all departments
- Actively manage and support customers' cylinder inventory programs
- Review customer operations and recommend process or equipment improvements as opportunities arise
- Collaborate with internal sales and support teams to exceed customer expectations
Requirements
What You'll Bring
If you have proven outside sales success and industry knowledge in welding, industrial gases, or industrial distribution, along with a passion for building lasting customer relationships, we'd love to hear from you.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- 3+ years of outside sales experience in the welding, industrial gas, industrial distribution, metal fabrication, or related industrial equipment industry required
- Proven sales success with measurable results
- Strong technical aptitude paired with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Experience selling welding equipment, industrial gases, industrial supplies, or industrial equipment rental strongly preferred
- Working knowledge of welding processes, welding equipment, industrial gases, positioning equipment, and fabrication applications required
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment
- Strong customer focus with a passion for building long-term relationships
- Must maintain a valid driver's license with a clean driving history required
- A commitment to uphold Haun values: Helpful, Humble, Heart-driven, and Honest
- Ability to develop and execute territory, market, and business plans
Physical Requirements
- Ability to drive safely for extended periods and manage travel schedules
- Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently throughout the day
- Ability to carry and transport sales materials, samples, and equipment up to 25 -50lbs as needed
- Ability to walk, stand, and navigate customer sites, including warehouses, production floors, or outdoor locations
- Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, and rain, etc.
- Ability to use computers, mobile devices, and other office or sales tools
Haun Welding Supply & Specialty Gases is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. We do not discriminate or tolerate harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, genetics, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment-related activities, from application and hiring through ongoing employment.