Field Sales and Service Representative
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Kent, Washington, United States
- Work setup
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Sales
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Two to five years of experience in industrial sales, supply chain operations, vendor managed inventory programs, or related customer facing roles
- Experience selling or supporting industrial product categories such as adhesives, tapes, abrasives, safety products, tooling, or MRO supplies preferred
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and grow customer accounts
- Experience with vendor managed inventory programs or industrial supply chain environments preferred
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance commercial responsibilities with operational execution
- Proficiency with CRM systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office applications
- Self-starter with strong time management and organizational skills
- Valid driver license with ability to travel locally to customer sites
Full description
Imagine a company that recognizes excellence in not only the products it sells, but also in its employees. R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is that company. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism — and we treat our employees like the valuable assets they are.
Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies. With over 40 warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico, we maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling and safety products.
In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer an environment that asks you to make a difference. We value hard work and common sense, and we consistently reward those that exemplify these traits. If you're looking for a great team to grow with and if you are willing to embrace the challenges of being expected to be the best, we welcome you to come join the R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. team!
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated professional for a hybrid role that combines consultative industrial sales with onsite SupplySight service and vendor managed inventory program support. This role is intentionally designed to spend 50% of your time selling and 50% servicing our most important program accounts.
The individual will manage a small but strategically important book of business where they will serve as the primary sales contact responsible for developing relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and expanding product penetration across key industrial categories.
In parallel, this role will support and optimize SupplySight vendor-managed inventory programs at customer facilities. The representative will ensure operational excellence, product availability, and continuous improvement of the inventory program while identifying opportunities to expand the scope of service and drive incremental revenue.
This role offers a unique opportunity to experience both the sales and service sides of the business. By working closely with customers and internal teams, the individual builds a versatile skill set that supports long-term career growth at R.S. Hughes, including opportunities in Field Sales, SupplySight Service, Operations, or other functions across the organization.
Key Split Responsibilities Outside Sales Responsibilities
The SupplySight Field Service Representative will serve as the primary commercial contact for a small portfolio of assigned accounts and will be responsible for driving profitable growth within those relationships.
Key responsibilities include
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with decision makers and key stakeholders within assigned accounts
- Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities within existing customers including competitive conversions, new applications, and expanded product categories