The Minnesota division of the Brinkmann company is looking for a BS
graduate. If you are interested, please contact the hiring manager, Troy Baker, email: tbaker@brinkmann.com

 The job description is given below.

Analytical Systems Sales representative

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  To promote the sale of the company's Analytical products within assigned territory in order to meet budgeted sales goals, covering the territory in its entirety by performing the following duties.  Other duties that fall within the skill requirement of the job may be assigned.

1. Travels throughout assigned territory to call on established
and prospective customers to create demand for Brinkmann Analytical products and/or solicit orders.  This activity includes both personal visits and contact by phone.

2.  Follows up and processes sales leads, based on information received from company trade shows, marketing campaigns, telephone
inquiries and other sources.  Develops list of prospective customers on a local level.


3.        Demonstrates product samples to end user customers.

4.        Trains distributor personnel on proper function and usage of
selected Brinkmann products.  This will include demo techniques, use of literature, pricing, etc.

5.        Attends trade exhibits and distributor shows for the purpose of promoting products.

6.        Maintains and updates company data as requested on the B&E Network.

7.        Maintains for the company customer files and distributor
personnel lists on a current basis.

8.        Responsible for proper maintenance of company leased vehicles and company equipment.

9.        Motivates and assists distributor sales personnel to increase
sales of Brinkmann Analytical products.

10.        Provides their supervisor required documentation on a timely basis: including time sheets, expense reports, itinerary, market/product questionnaires, etc.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  Bachelor of Science degree from a four-year college or university; and one to two years' related sales experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


LANGUAGE/COMMUNICATION SKILLS:  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical
procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write business correspondence and reports.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, and company personnel.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, commissions, percentages, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and the metric system.

REASONING ABILITY:  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Proficiency in the following computer
applications: Windows, Word, and Excel.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  Valid drivers license required.
Must maintain a good driving record.  Good credit standing and credit
card to pay business travel expenses.

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk and hear, and may be required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stand.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 150 pounds as required.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may occasionally be excessive.