Outside Sales Associate at Airbase

Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Welding, Industrial Equipment, Equipment RentalIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Sales experience in industrial equipment rental or welding equipment sales/rental (ideally in construction, fabrication, and/or manufacturing sectors) preferred
  • Working knowledge of positioning equipment, welding applications, and equipment preferred
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Leadership skills: ability to guide, mentor associates, delegate, and follow-up effectively
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills
  • Decision-making ability to work independently based on company policies and objectives
  • Problem-solving skills to handle conflicting goals and challenging situations proactively and methodically
  • Attention to detail and solid organizational skills
  • Ability to develop and execute market/business plans
  • Excellent technical knowledge, strong interpersonal, and management skills
  • Ideal to live in Tulsa, OK, but can reside anywhere in Oklahoma
  • Willingness to travel within assigned territory 40-50% of the time, including some overnight travel

Responsibilities

  • Develop rentals and sales of welding equipment, power generation, and weld automation in the assigned region
  • Follow sales leads, make presentations, prepare quotations, maintain required literature, and provide customer follow-ups
  • Assess customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Develop and increase the end-user customer base through effective communication, needs assessment, and solution recommendations
  • Perform onsite equipment demonstrations
  • Make application recommendations for welding and positioning equipment
  • Develop long-term supply relationships through contracts and/or agreements
  • Work as part of a team to provide customer solutions
  • Meet or exceed rental and sales goals in the market area
  • Represent the company at trade association meetings and trade shows to promote products
  • Compile lists of prospective customers from newspapers, business directories, trade journals, and other sources
  • Maintain accurate and timely submission of sales call reports and expenses
  • Provide customer follow-up
  • Provide back-up coverage at the branch location during vacations and employee shortages
  • Maintain a safe working environment by following Airgas/Red-D-Arc’s health and safety guidelines
  • Perform other related duties as required

Skills

Outside Sales
Account Management
Welding Equipment
Power Generation
Weld Automation
Sales Presentations
Quotations
Customer Needs Assessment
Equipment Demonstrations
Territory Management

Airbase

Spend management and AP automation platform

About Airbase

Airbase offers a spend management platform that helps businesses manage their financial operations more effectively. The platform includes services such as guided procurement, accounts payable automation, expense management, and corporate card management. These features allow companies to control their spending, streamline procurement processes, and automate accounts payable tasks. Airbase's software is designed to be user-friendly, providing visibility and control over spending for clients ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Unlike many competitors, Airbase also fosters a community for finance professionals through its Slack group, Off the Ledger, where users can share insights and ask questions. The goal of Airbase is to provide businesses with the tools they need to manage their finances efficiently and ensure compliance globally.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$88MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Competition from Amazon Business could threaten Airbase's market share in spend management.
Paylocity's acquisition may disrupt existing client relationships or service offerings.
Rapid AI integration may face adoption challenges, impacting customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Airbase offers a comprehensive spend management platform with AP automation and corporate card management.
The platform provides real-time insights into spending, enhancing decision-making for mid-market firms.
Airbase's partnership with Sardine enhances fraud prevention, increasing platform security and client trust.

Upsides

AI-powered Touchless AP reduces manual processing time, boosting efficiency and cost savings.
Paylocity's acquisition could expand Airbase's resources and accelerate growth and innovation.
New spend analytics and vendor management features offer better financial control for clients.

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