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Sales Representative

Requisition ID:  9474
Location: 

Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70809

Pay Type:  Salary

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?  
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sales Representative will champion and lead the development of “out-of-the-box” and non- traditional business solutions. Establishes and maintains positive customer relations with potential and current customers to grow the business. Ensures quality and consistency of service and/or product delivery that meets the customer’s needs. He/she will work closely with the Estimating Department, General Manager, and Operations to insure alignment of the projects while identifying necessary resources to deliver on chosen solutions. He/she will manage such projects from inception to completion, using internal resources for larger projects.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Lead and promote development of strategic relationships with partners or potential customers.
  • Secure and mobilize the required resources, both internally across functions and externally, to deliver solutions to customers.
  • Lead and assist with complex sales negotiations, create and deliver sales presentations. Plans, produces and manages proposal and pricing development and client presentations and interaction.
  • Identify risks and opportunities to the business in general, and as it applies to specific projects and initiatives.
  • Participate in the development of the annual business plan and strategies to ensure attainment of company goals and profitability.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with existing and potential partners including, but not limited to: customers, partner companies, community leaders, utilities, and engineering firms. company offerings and solutions.
  • Master and maintains detailed knowledge of the business, competition, and latest industry news and trends.
  • Ensure tangible, practical and real value solutions are implemented.
  • Facilitate the hand-off process on vetted ideas to Operations, working alongside through implementation.
  • Reports to General Manager, reviews bids with Estimating Manager.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree
Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Construction Management or Business Administration
Required Work Experience: 8+ years experience of progressive experience in project management, and/or change management environment
Required Computer and Software Skills: Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors. 
  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day

 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Baton Rouge

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