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Job Description
Market Development Specialist
Join our dynamic team at W.B. Mason and take your career to new heights! We are actively seeking a passionate, full-time Market Development Specialist who views their work as an opportunity to build a future, not just hold a job. If you are a driven individual ready to excel in the world of outside sales, this is your chance to thrive and unlock exciting opportunities for growth within a company renowned for its unique culture.
About W.B. Mason & Our Culture
At W.B. Mason, we deliver more than just office supplies; we provide opportunities, foster a strong culture, and cultivate a whole lot of team spirit! As a privately owned company with over a century of history, we pride ourselves on a family-like atmosphere where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow.
Our dedicated drivers are the heartbeat of our business, delivering a vast range of items including food service supplies, essential office products, furniture, and janitorial products. Essentially, if a workplace needs it, we’ve got it covered!
We offer competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and ample growth opportunities, with a strong commitment to promoting from within and celebrating success at every level. If you’re looking for a company with strong values, a fun and supportive culture, and genuine career potential, W.B. Mason is the place for you!
The Benefits You’ll Enjoy
- Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Plans with a $0 deductible (in-network) for all plans, offering various plan designs
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401k retirement plan
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Supplemental life insurance options
- Flexible spending program (Medical and dependent care)
- Company-paid cell phone plan with unlimited texting, calling, and data, including the option to add a family member for just $55 per month per line
- Paid holidays
- Monthly car allowance (rate depending on geography)
- Contest and vendor incentive earning opportunities
Your Role as a Market Development Specialist
Your day will be full of energy, connection, and opportunity as you embark on a dynamic outside sales journey. Here’s what you can expect:
- Territory Exploration: You’ll hit the road—on foot or by car—exploring your assigned territory to introduce local businesses to the comprehensive range of products and services W.B. Mason has to offer.
- Client Engagement: Armed with flyers and a consultative mindset, you will meet with potential clients to uncover their specific needs and demonstrate how our full suite of workplace products and services can streamline their operations and simplify their lives.
- Product Demonstrations & Solutions: Your responsibilities will include demoing products, sharing useful web tools, offering custom pricing, and assisting new customers in getting set up through MasonvilleGO.
- Collaborative Support: You will work closely with our inside sales and onboarding teams to ensure every new account is smoothly transitioned, well-managed, and receives exceptional care.
- Continuous Growth: With regular branch sales meetings, you’ll stay connected and supported, always having the tools and a dedicated team behind you to expand your market presence and advance your outside sales career.
What We Are Looking For
To succeed in this Market Development Specialist position, we are looking for candidates with:
- Experience in customer service, retail sales, or similar client-facing roles.
- Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivation and the capability to work independently.
- Ability to converse, read, and write fluently in English.
- Physical ability to lift and move up to 25 lbs as needed.
So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and successfully perform the outside sales job as described above, we would be thrilled to have you join our team as a Market Development Specialist. Your future in outside sales starts here – don’t wait, apply today using our quick 3-minute initial application!