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Airgas is Hiring for an Outside Sales Account Manager in West Chicago, IL!

At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

We are looking for you!

• Pay: Base Pay 65K-75k (Based on Experience) plus commission
• Monthly Auto Allowance
• Industrial Sales Experience is a plus
• Business Development experience (hunter)
• Travel within assigned territory (West Chicago, Bloomingdale, Bartlett, Stream, South Elgin, Wheaton, Carol)

Recruiter: Gaby Bogenschutz/ / 92

The Outside Sales Account Manager is responsible for managing the sales process and driving profitable sales growth within an assigned sales territory to both existing and new Airgas customers. They are responsible for meeting and exceeding both corporate and regional objectives for profitable sales growth, A/R management, and customer retention within their assigned territory. The successful candidate will be one who can cultivate relationships and provide solutions to both existing and new Airgas customers and who utilizes technology to enhance their productivity.

• Develops and executes sales plans utilizing Airgas' sales directives and guidelines in order to service existing accounts, obtain orders, and establish new accounts. Qualifies and pursues sales leads.
• Cultivates customer relationships by developing a deep knowledge of the customer's business and establishing a consultative relationship.
• Engages customers by linking the customer's business priorities to the Airgas value proposition.
• Prepares sales proposals by quoting pricing, establishing credit terms, and estimated date of delivery to customer based on knowledge of Airgas' production/delivery schedules and logistics.
• Keeps current with industry insights, current Airgas product mixes, monitors competition by gathering current relevant marketplace intelligence including information on pricing, products, new products, delivery schedules, and merchandising techniques.
• Partners with internal resources to accomplish growth objectives. Establishes and maintains clear and consistent lines of communication with internal departments relative to customer successes, customer opportunities, new customer developments and other customer specific information.
• Maintains and submits sales reports (daily call reports, weekly work plans, and monthly and annual territory analyses) as required by District Manager through SAP.
• Actively reviews and manages existing customer Accounts Receivable balances to help minimize Airgas working capital investment and financial risk.

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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Proven success using a consultative sales approach providing multiple layers of value to a customer to establish a mix sales solutions and products
• Proven success of using their deep knowledge of customer's business, current macro and microeconomic trends, industry trends, and potential new business opportunities.
• Must have excellent organizational, written and oral communication, and presentation skills that utilize current technology.
• Self-starter; self-motivated, operates with a sense of urgency; ability to work and succeed independently.
• Reliable transportation, current driver's license, minimum liability insurance as required by state of vehicle registration.
• Minimum of 3 years of prior outside business-to-business sales experience to include proven experience and success in solution-selling concepts and a demonstrated history of managing customers throughout a defined sales territory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with industrial and specialty gases, industrial gas / welding supply sales a plus.

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at

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General Description:

Provides sales and product support to assigned sales agencies and to Sternberg Regional Sales Managers. Position reports to the Manager of Inside Sales.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Manage the day to day Account Management functions which include:

• Quoting

• Order processing

• Pipeline tracking

• Agent support

• Drawing requests

• Photometric requests

• Product support and design advice

• Manage personal workload as well as provide backup for the team when needed.

• Support RSMs as needed.

• Support agents/projects with field visits on occasion.

• Support Director of Inside Sales and VP of Sales Operations with operational feedback and suggestions for improvement within the department.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: $60,000-$70,000

Chicago Metro (Bloomingdale, IL)

Travel: 50-60%

If you win deals by understanding engineers, earning trust over time, and positioning capability instead of price, keep reading.

Our client is a well-established, family-owned precision contract manufacturer with a long track record of investment in equipment, quality systems, and long-term customer relationships. They do not chase low-margin, price-driven work. They partner with OEMs that value precision, consistency, and accountability.

They are hiring an experienced Outside Sales Professional to drive new business growth and help expand their footprint in medical, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a salesperson who:

• Enjoys hunting and building relationships from scratch
• Is comfortable with long sales cycles and delayed gratification
• Can navigate engineers, purchasing, and quality teams
• Wants autonomy and ownership rather than micromanagement
• Takes pride in selling something that is genuinely hard to do well

You will step into a strong manufacturing platform with proven capabilities and leadership support, but you will build your own pipeline.

What You Will Do

• Prospect and develop new OEM relationships in targeted industries
• Sell precision machining and contract manufacturing capabilities
• Work directly with engineers and purchasing teams to quote and win complex work
• Manage opportunities from initial contact through long-term production partnership
• Spend significant time in the field visiting customers and prospects
• Collaborate closely with internal teams on quoting, feasibility, and execution
• Represent the company professionally and credibly in the market

This is a true field sales role, not an inside or transactional position.

What Success Looks Like

• Building a healthy pipeline of qualified OEM opportunities
• Getting designed into programs rather than simply responding to RFQs
• Winning repeatable, long-term production work
• Becoming a trusted partner to customers, not just a vendor
• Growing revenue through relationships, not discounts

What Our Client Is Looking For

Required

• Proven success in B2B outside sales within manufacturing or technical environments
• Experience selling contract manufacturing, precision machining, or custom technical solutions
• Ability to understand engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements
• Strong prospecting and relationship-building skills
• High personal accountability and self-direction
• Willingness to be on-site when not visiting customers

Preferred

• Experience selling into medical, aerospace, or defense OEMs
• Familiarity with precision machining, turned parts, or 5-axis environments
• Existing OEM relationships within targeted industries
• Comfort operating without heavy structure or rigid scripts

Location & Work Style

• Based in the Chicago metro area
• Expected to be on-site full time initially to learn the business
• Increased field time as ramp progresses
• This is not a remote role

Compensation

• Base salary approximately $100,000–$125,000, with bonus
• Ramp support provided due to long sales cycles
• Performance-based upside as the role matures

Job Title: Account Executive
Location: On Site - Batavia, Illinois, United States
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 ($100k - $120k OTE)
Skills: Sales, Client Relationship Management, Event Production, CRM (HubSpot), Proposal Development, Event Logistics

About the Company / The Opportunity:

Are you an expert relationship builder with a passion for event production and sales? Our client, a dynamic company in the event solutions sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Account Executive to transform prospects into long-term partners. In this on-site role based in Batavia, Illinois, you’ll engage directly with clients, oversee event logistics, and play a pivotal role in delivering memorable experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and driving client satisfaction within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Guide clients through the discovery and proposal process, engineering solutions aligned with their objectives.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, including planners, venues, and production partners.
• Develop expertise in products and solutions to serve as a trusted resource for clients.
• Track client performance and sales pipeline through CRM systems, providing regular updates and forecasts.
• Address and resolve client concerns or escalations promptly to foster lasting partnerships.
• Create customized proposals and installation plans tailored to site and event requirements.
• Conduct job walk-throughs and site visits to ensure logistics and design align with client vision.
• Collaborate with Sales Operations for seamless event preparation and execution.
• Provide post-event debriefs, collect feedback, and document learnings for continuous improvement.

Must-Have Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in sales and/or event production (rental experience is a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex client relationships and project timelines.
• Strong math skills for proposal development and scope accuracy.
• Proficiency with CRM systems (preferably HubSpot), email, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities across in-person, phone, and email platforms.
• Ability to travel locally for client meetings and site visits as needed.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with event logistics, permitting, or construction-related workflows.
• Previous involvement in the tent rental industry or large-scale event production.
• Comfort working under pressure and quickly adapting to changing event needs.
• Strong documentation and reporting abilities for process improvement.
• Collaborative approach with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction.

 We are currently seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Permanent Display Sales Account Executive to join our dynamic team. As a Permanent Display Sales Account Executive, you will be responsible for driving sales and growing our client base by building strong relationships and providing innovative display solutions. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, from retail stores to trade shows, and contribute to the overall success of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect and generate leads to identify new business opportunities related primarily to permanent displays along with temporary displays and Niven’s suite of services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty, and drive revenue on a year-over-year basis.
• Collaborate with the design and production teams to create customized display solutions that meet client needs and specifications.
• Present and demonstrate our display products to potential clients, highlighting key features and benefits.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring profitability and adherence to company pricing policies.
• Track and manage sales activities, including preparing sales forecasts, sales reports, and analyzing market trends.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and competitors to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Achieve agreed-upon sales quotas.
• Lead a project through the entire sales lifecycle by building long-lasting client relationships and collaborating with both key internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Visual Merchandising / POP / Fixture Industry.
• Proven track record of identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities within Fortune 1000 companies.
• History of selling customized end-to-end program solutions (design, production, co-packing, warehousing, fulfillment, etc.) .
• Experience negotiating and closing large contractual agreements within complex organizations across varying departments (C-Suite, Procurement, Marketing).
• Strong negotiation and closing skills, with the ability to identify and respond to client needs effectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate the value proposition of our display solutions and build long-term client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Strong listening, evaluating, and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop alternative solutions when needed to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Previous experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools preferred.
• Flexible to travel for client meetings, industry events, and trade shows as required.

Base Salary will range $80,000 - $120,000 and will be commensurate with experience, plus participation in the sales commission program.

Niven, a premier shopper-marketing company, offers solution-based, strategic retail merchandising services and solutions. We are a collaborative, employee-owned company that caters to agencies, brand marketers, and retailers alike. Our clientele includes many major retailers and renowned brands. Niven was founded in 1979 and is currently headquartered in Carol Stream, IL.

Niven has a strong legacy of creativity and innovation. We offer a great variety of benefits and perks to our employees, including great health care options, dental, vision, employee assistance program, pet insurance, and generous and flexible paid time off. We understand the challenges of working safely through these difficult times and offer flexible work scheduling.

Outside Sales Representative – West Chicago, IL

Team360 Staffing

About the job

A leading manufacturer in the refrigeration components industry is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth in refrigeration component sales across multiple markets. This important hands-on role involves developing and managing key client relationships and expanding sales of energy-saving refrigerant components.

The ideal candidate will work closely with customers to understand their refrigerant management needs and recommend appropriate technical solutions.

If you care about the environment and want to make a meaningful impact while contributing to the success of a growing organization, this is a great opportunity to do so.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to expand market share and achieve sales goals.
• Coordinate projects with internal technical and engineering teams.
• Identify new business opportunities through lead generation, cold calling, and networking within target industries.
• Manage and visit key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Conduct technical sales presentations and perform cost-savings calculations for clients.
• Utilize CRM software such as Salesforce to track sales activities, forecast performance, and analyze market trends.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with clients to secure profitable deals while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Develop and maintain sales forecasts for key clients.

Requirements

• 10+ years of proven experience in inside and outside sales in the refrigeration industry with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Strong management skills with previous experience leading a sales team or managing territories.
• Experience in business development including cold calling, direct sales, and territory expansion is a plus.
• Proficiency with CRM software such as Salesforce or similar platforms.
• Excellent negotiation skills combined with strong customer service orientation to build long-term client relationships.
• Ability to analyze market data to identify opportunities for upselling and product demonstrations that drive revenue growth.
• Knowledge of retail sales environments or inside/outside sales channels is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver compelling presentations and lead negotiations effectively.
• Familiarity with marketing strategies that support lead generation efforts within B2B markets.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Join a company committed to designing and manufacturing components that support environmental sustainability while contributing to the future of the refrigeration industry.

Companies Overview: Peacock Colors Company (PCC) was founded in 1925 in Chicago, IL as a paint and ink company. For the last 50 years Peacock has manufactured colorants and additives for the plastic processing industry. Vortex Liquid Color Company (VLCC) was founded in 1996 in Sheboygan, WI and provides liquid color concentrates for many engineering and commodity polymers. We create color chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Poly Compounding specializes in toll compounding of heat and shear sensitive engineered plastics with technical know-how and decades of experience in developing customized compounding processes specific to the need of the application. All enterprise companies contribute to the success of our customers by providing them brilliant colors, long stable color life, specialty compounds and draw the attention of consumers. We are leaders in our field and work relentlessly to satisfy our customer needs.

Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives:

Summary:

Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives: is responsible for the growth of Peacock Color and Vortex Liquid Color product sales in the Americas. Focus on retaining and growing current customers, pipeline of new customer development and closure, forecasting, support customer orders, line scheduling and maintaining all customers within payment terms. Scout new potential customers in previously unknown industrial markets and/or new applications. Create, maintain, and close opportunity in the pipeline to drive above-market growth. Key successes factors include negotiating, project management, networking and ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Ability to communicate effectively with all employees as well all customers. Upholds and supports organizational goals and values. Ability to handle multiple activities and must be outgoing, self-driven, pleasant & very personable.

Key Responsibilities:

Key Account Development & Sales Management:

• Own the relationship and projects at core customers and find new opportunities for growth within the accounts. Improve PCC share via gaining competition share.
• Find new/new accounts and drive new business growth by gaining technical specification at customer in the Americas. Understand Customer CTQ’s and relate it back to technical team to develop product for commercial success.
• Balance short term and long-term business objective effectively: drive new business growth and building a strong target position for the future.
• Develop strong technical understanding of Color and liquid color products in traditional and new application area.
• Identify and assess the current customer base and prospects for selling additional PCC. This includes selling price, volume, and customer buying criteria, market/business dynamics and entry strategies.
• Relationships & customer satisfaction.
• Short-term & long-term forecasts.
• Manage complaints.
• Manage credit terms/account receivables.
• Proactively leverage relationships to obtain the Voice of Customers, understand & articulate value propositions, and monitor the competitive landscape.

Project Management:

• Utilize skills to map new business projects and application development (see below)
• Manage projects and developments through the development process and drive completion of milestones per established timelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills

Application Development:

• Utilize specific technical expertise to translate innovations and differentiated products to commercial success.
• Interact with Color development lab and manufacturing organizations to facilitate success by communicating unmet needs in new applications.
• Internal and external influencing skills
• Communicate product quality needs to Manufacturing and technical personnel.

Teamwork is critical due to the diversity of talents involved. Focus of the team on key deliverables and the value of the market dynamic are very important. Development of the capabilities of each direct report is important to the succession options for the company.

Core Competencies (A must have):

• Communication skills: Effectively respond to customer needs, demonstrate listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills.
• Commercial/Negotiating Skills: Build consensus and agreement at customer organization and secure commitments.
• Business Decision Making: Financial acumen, cost and benefits, lean for past experience, problem solving and develop solutions.
• Strategic Thinking: Develop and execute business strategy, understand competitors-strength and weakness, understand and address the needs of multiple customers.
• Results Oriented: Proven commercial track record with sustained business results and topline growth, accountability for target follow up and closure. Ability to break complex problems into manageable task and direct necessary resources to meet and beat deadline.
• Passion for Excellence: Integrity and resilience a must. High level of collaboration, willing to accept constructive criticism/feedback, lead with example, exhibit and expect hard work, deep passion and breed success.

QUALIFYING & REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in business, science or engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales and marketing in differentiated markets.
• Ability to interact with R&D and manufacturing to facilitate developments, complaint investigations etc.
• Business development, application development, project management, and pull-through marketing experience with proven track record.
• Background in the plastics industry, but not required.
• Proven ability to influence internal and external decision makers.
• Results oriented.
• Strong communication and sales skill.
• Strong team player.
• Comfortable and efficient with working independently.

About the Company

Our client is seeking a driven Sales Hunter to generate new business by identifying, prospecting, and closing net-new clients for its SaaS-based workforce and business solutions. This is a heavily outbound, quota-carrying role best suited for a sales professional with 1–3 years of experience who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate is competitive, resilient, and confident owning the full sales cycle from first outreach through close.

There is a 6-week of training on-site at the headquarters - Covered by the client

Responsibilities

• Prospect and generate new business opportunities through outbound cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn outreach, and networking
• Own the full sales cycle for net-new accounts, from discovery through contract execution
• Conduct consultative discovery conversations to uncover prospects’ operational, HR, and payroll challenges
• Deliver tailored product demonstrations and presentations aligned to client needs
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets
• Maintain accurate pipeline management, activity tracking, and forecasting within CRM systems
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities within an assigned territory
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal sales leadership, implementation, and support teams to ensure smooth client handoffs

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of sales experience
• Proven success in a high-volume, outbound, quota-carrying sales role
• Experience managing a full sales cycle from prospecting through close
• Strong communication, negotiation, and objection-handling skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• Competitive, self-motivated mindset with a strong work ethic

Required Skills

• Experience selling!
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales prospecting tools
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a metrics-driven sales environment

Preferred Skills

Experience selling HR, payroll, or enterprise software solutions.

Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales prospecting tools.

Demonstrated ability to succeed in a metrics-driven sales environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Include a statement on commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

The Administrative Assistant for Sales, reports to the Senior GM of the Sales Subsidiaries and supports this role in addition to supporting the Director of Retail, Director of Trade and Director of PDSN. The sales Administrative Assistant will also support the Sales Sub leadership team as appropriate. This role works under minimum supervision and performs a variety of administrative duties, including handling of confidential information, utilization of various computer software systems, calendar/daily planning, making visual and written support for presentations, composing and distributing internal communication, and responsibility for maintaining branch updates and shared files. Professional and timely communication as well as high attention to detail are critical to success in this role. This is a full-time onsite role that works in the Geneva, IL office Monday - Friday.

As a member of the Pella Family of Brands, you will be eligible for company sponsored benefits that include healthcare, dental, vision, paid vacation, a generous 401(k) plan, tuition assistance, and much more. The pay range for this role is $25 - $32/hr., with eligibility to receive other supplemental earnings such as over-time. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, experience, specific work geography, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinates administrative responsibilities for the assigned business leaders.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions, ensuring appropriate communication, and proper discretion with confidential and sensitive information.
• Utilization of Microsoft Office systems, and demonstration of advanced skills in PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and Excel in addition to SharePoint.
• Arranges and administers appointments and meetings, including composing and distributing related materials, such as agendas, reports, slides deck and handouts.
• Composes and distributes communications to Pella Direct Sales Network (PDSN).
• Maintains and enhances SharePoint site, including files, folders and access as needed.
• Collects data, analyzes and provides summary to leaders as needed, may occur on a tight timeline.
• Maintains and post organizational charts, PDSN contact information and territory management.
• Works with third party vendors to manage website searches and maintains updates to the Pella Store Directory.
• Assists with year-end performance excellence process and coordination of communication and reports to meet deadlines.
• Coordinates arrangements to ensure successful internal and external meetings such as room reservations, meal selections and reservations, travel arrangements, presentation aids, etc. Travels to special events as needed and requested.
• Responsible for coordinating the onboarding tasks for new hires reporting to assigned leaders.
• Attends business meetings as needed.
• Responsible for development and administration for special projects as assigned to support the PDSN business.
• Collaborates with other corporate functions as needed.
• Travel of up to 10% may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university preferred; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information is essential.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Able to exercise good judgement to make decisions as needed to support the department.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point applications. Knowledge of SharePoint and Oracle systems a plus.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Company Description

State Street Jewelers has been the Fox Valley area’s premier jeweler for over 40 years, located in the heart of downtown Geneva, Illinois, at the corner of State Street (Rt. 38) and Third. Offering luxury brands such as Oscar Heyman, Hearts on Fire, Simon G., Baume & Mercier, and Shinola, the store provides a rich and welcoming shopping experience. With a team of jewelry professionals averaging 30 years of experience, State Street Jewelers is committed to providing unparalleled customer service. Customers can enjoy not only exquisite pieces but also a personal and friendly atmosphere. The store is open seven days a week, providing convenience for every shopper's schedule.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Salesperson at State Street Jewelers in Geneva, Illinois. The Salesperson will assist customers with product selection, demonstrate knowledge of fine jewelry and luxury brands, and provide exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include building and nurturing customer relationships, maintaining an organized and visually appealing showroom, and meeting or exceeding sales targets. Additional duties may include assisting with inventory management and participating in promotional activities.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and customer service skills with a focus on delivering an excellent shopping experience
• Knowledge of fine jewelry, gemstones, and luxury brands, or a willingness to learn
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities
• Organizational and multitasking skills to handle a fast-paced retail environment
• Previous experience in retail, sales, or a related field; experience in luxury or jewelry sales is a plus
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Passion for fine jewelry and a customer-focused attitude