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Outside Fuel Sales Representative
Great Lakes Petroleum
Hampton, Virginia, United StatesOn Site
Original Job Summary
Job Overview
Great Lakes Petroleum is seeking a competitive and coachable Outside Fuel Sales Representative to drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and building strong customer relationships.
The Basics
The chosen candidate will:
- Learn effective time management and routine development.
- Follow a 60-90 day training program to master the Great Lakes way.
- Travel daily to customer sites to meet sales quotas in an assigned territory.
Compensation and Benefits
Included benefits:
- Full health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Company paid life insurance and short-term disability.
- Paid time off and six paid holidays.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Company car.
- Base salary plus commission.
Requirements
We are looking for a motivated, self-starter with:
- High energy, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
- An entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to learn.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Dependability, punctuality, and a professional demeanor.
- A team-oriented mindset with long-term growth potential.
Key skills/competency
Outside Sales, Fuel Sales, Prospecting, Customer Relationships, Business Development, Time Management, Coaching, Communication, Self-Starter, Teamwork
How to Get Hired at Great Lakes Petroleum
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Great Lakes Petroleum: Understand mission and values via company website.
- Customize your resume: Highlight sales achievements and relevant experience.
- Prepare for interviews: Review typical sales and customer service questions.
- Leverage networking: Connect with current employees on LinkedIn.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review industry sales tools.
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Understand CRM software usage.
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Practice data tracking methods.
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Study regional market trends.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe your greatest sales challenge.
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Tell a time you exceeded expectations.
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Explain handling rejection effectively.
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Discuss teamwork in a sales context.