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Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufactures maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity.

Summary of Responsibility:

Morris Group Inc is seeking an ambitious, diligent, and upbeat individual to join our growing organization as a Sales Development Representative (SDR). We are one of the top tier distributors of CNC machine tools in North America and have been in business for over 84 years. Our people are the backbone of our success which is driven by relationships and understanding our customers’ challenges.

The SDR role is ideal for a motivated person looking to make an impact as an individual contributor. Lack of industry knowledge is not a problem! What matters is your eagerness and desire to be successful, as we will guide you with the vital skills.

This position is Onsite - Not Remote or Hybrid

What You Will Contribute:

The Sales Development Representative is the link between the Outside Sales team and the prospect. The Sales Development Representative will be responsible for developing and generating a quality sales pipeline for the outside sales team.

• Regular interface and communication with assigned Sales Leaders and Outside Sales team members
• Research and pre-qualify potential new prospects
• Follow up on Warm Leads generated by the marketing team
• Identify key decision makers and update database list of contacts
• Leverage a best-in-class fully integrated tech stack to increase sales development efficiency
• Listening and uncovering potential opportunities for The Morris Company
• Provide accurate quotes to prospects and follow up on requests
• Deliver on Key Performance Indicators (critical metrics-KPI's) to get results

Other Functions:

• Perform related duties as required

The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• BS/BA College Degree
• 1-2 years previous work experience in a customer-facing role (prior experience in an outbound call environment is not required, although preferred)
• Strong desire to learn and advance in a sales career
• Highly developed drive to achieve and exceed goals
• Passion for personal and professional growth; accepting of mentoring and other opportunities to develop
• Resilience and ability to build upon experience
• Astute listening skills
• Grit, passion, positivity, enthusiasm
• Effective communications -- clear, thoughtful, genuine, persuasive
• Engaging phone presence
• Desire to achieve independently, but also work in a fun, team atmosphere

What’s in it for You:

We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work:

• Competitive starting salary
• Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance
• 3+ Weeks’ Vacation to Start
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee appreciation events and perks
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary: $50,000 - $55,000 / annually 

Mental and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
• Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
• Ability to sit for prolonged period of times.
• Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
• Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Requisition ID#: 1092BB