Interested in future career opportunities in the product testing industry? We're looking for an Associate Sales Representative , to join our Electrical team in our Fridley, MN office. This is a fantastic opportunity to start or grow a versatile sales career with an incredible group of people, facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing on the Electrical Sales Team! By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.

Our Value Proposition

When working as an Associate Sales Representative with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including:

• Base pay plus monthly bonus eligibility based on sales goals
• Fully comprehensive benefits package; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability
• 401(k) with company matching program (eligibility after 30 days of employment)
• Competitive market pay
• Generous Vacation/Sick time benefits

What will you be doing?

The Associate Sales Representative position is responsible for identifying and developing new accounts leveraging Intertek’s Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions and will be considered a stepping-stone to an outside sales position.

• Process and manage transactional quotes and orders in an efficient and effective manner.
• Provide prompt and accurate responses to quotation requests, leads and inquiries.
• Follow up on proposals and close business.
• Research and resolve account problems.
• Work closely with customers and operations to facilitate a superior customer experience.
• May perform client research, prospecting and networking.
• May provide marketing support for webinars, lunch and learns, open houses, technical seminars, etc.
• May prepare sales reports and forecasts.
• Perform other work as required.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

• HS Diploma or GED and prior relevant experience, or the equivalent in terms of education; experience and/or training.
• MS Office proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with CRM tools (MS Dynamics / Sales Force / other) is a plus.
• Excellent prioritization, organization and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities.
• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.
• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
• Must be customer focused and quality driven.
• Ability to travel as business needs dictate.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable driving record required.
• Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work.

Why work at Intertek?

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do .

A career with Intertek offers rewarding opportunities to help companies around the world develop products that are used safely by millions of people every day. Intertek is the trusted advisor to many of the world’s leading brands, companies, and governments, and has earned a reputation for accuracy, reliability, integrity, and technical competence. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Intertek is committed to a safe work environment for our employees and clients. Learn more about our COVID-19 Policy .

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek promotes a culture where motivated, customer-oriented employees can flourish, experience professional fulfillment, and reach their highest potential. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeoc.data@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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