Wood Veneer Sales Executive

Job Title : Wood Veneer Sales Executive
Location : Winchester, KY
JOB DESCRIPTION
We seek a sales person to join our team. This position would work closely with the company owners, sales manager, and other sales executives at The Freeman Corporation. This position would be responsible for coordinating veneer sales, developing leads, and maintaining relationships with customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Learn about all aspects of rotary and sliced veneer production processes including log preparation, flitching, slicing, peeling, drying, clipping, grading, and inspecting woo veneer

Learn the complete grading process and understand the specific quality and service issues that are critical for our customers in the industries that we supply

Learn the inventory process and what markets are available for different qualities of wood veneer

Visit clients regularly in North America and potentially all around the world, including attendance at occasional trade shows

Identify sales opportunities, develop customer leads, manage relationships with customers, and negotiate sales of hardwood veneer

QUALIFICATIONS
Self-starter with a strong desire to learn - selling veneer requires experience and understanding of the products. We do not expect applicants to know about veneer, but we do require candidates that are inquisitive and have an interest to learn

Ability to work independently and professionally, including having excellent communication skills - both verbal and written

Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills

Excellent leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities

Basic computer skills, including Excel

Willingness to work on your feet in a factory environment to assist in order preparation and veneer grading and inspection for customers

Bachelor's degree or Associate degree is preferred, but not required

BENEFITS
Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and referral program