Sales Development Representative (Entry Level)
The Sales Development Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for driving incremental sales growth by educating retail store associates and customers on Generac's product lines and supporting dealer channels. This entry-level role involves collaborating with retail leadership to execute sales programs, managing product displays, and maintaining customer and sales data, requiring strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills with frequent regional travel.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
The Sales Development Representative (entry level) will support retail sales growth across assigned accounts in the Toledo, OH region. This is a field-facing, training and relationship-driven role focused on point-of-sale (POS) growth and retail execution.
- Drive incremental sales growth across multiple retail accounts by educating store associates and end customers on product lines and applications
- Deliver in-store training, product demonstrations, and presentations to store staff and retail leadership
- Collaborate with retail field leadership to launch and support in-store programs, displays, end caps, and planogram execution
- Assist store teams with product selection guidance and answer consumer questions to increase conversion
- Track and update sales activities, customer interactions, and market conditions in Salesforce or other CRM
- Build and maintain relationships with store managers and key decision makers to support merchandising and inventory placement
- Provide feedback to the channel team on field conditions, competitor activity, and opportunities to grow the brand
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel frequently (up to 75% regional travel)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective presentation and training skills for both small and large groups
- Comfortable working independently and managing a weekly field schedule
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with CRM systems; Salesforce experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform regular standing and walking in-store
Compensation & Benefits
- Base compensation: $53,000 per year plus commission
- Additional benefits and professional development opportunities will be provided by the hiring organization
- Training, onboarding, and ongoing sales enablement for career growth in field sales
Location & Travel
- Primary location: Toledo, OH (role supports retail accounts in the region)
- Role type: Full-time, field/telecommute mix with frequent in-region travel (up to 75%)
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, and use hands to manipulate objects
- Occasional stooping, bending, or reaching above shoulder level
- Some periods of computer-based work requiring close vision and focus
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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