Outside Sales Specialist

CHS Inc.

. Increase sales and profitability for the cooperative through sales, marketing, and consulting processes for Cenex® products and cooperative services .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $64,900 - $97,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales growth and customer relationship management, with a strong focus on consultative services and collaborative teamwork. Proficient in developing marketing strategies and managing customer inquiries while adhering to safety regulations.

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Sales GrowthCustomer Relationship ManagementConsultative ServicesMarketing Plan DevelopmentPetroleum Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

SalesBusiness DevelopmentNegotiation SkillsConflict ResolutionPresentation SkillsCalculating MarginsMechanical UnderstandingDetail Oriented

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationAbility to Work IndependentlyTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

CRM SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalencyValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

PetroleumRefined FuelsLubricantsSafety PoliciesCustomer Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Increase sales and profitability for the cooperative through sales, marketing, and consulting processes for Cenex® products and cooperative services
Implement and support current customer programs
Develop new customer markets and drive sales growth
Communicate professionally and positively with customers and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with sales, marketing, distribution, operations, technical staff, and credit teams
Identify customer needs and provide consultative services
Prepare sales presentations, contracts, bids, and proposals
Provide training to co-op staff and customers
Service customer complaints and inquiries
Use CRM to record results and customer communications
Manage and complete special projects for the local co-op and customers
Develop and apply knowledge of multiple energy products
Maintain and promote a collaborative, positive, safety culture
Follow safety policies, procedures, and regulations; identify and communicate workplace hazards

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalency
2+ years of Sales, Business Development, and/or Sales Business Operations
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Previous outside sales experience including presentations, persuasive negotiation skills, customer service, conflict resolution, and working independently
Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of outside sales experience
Petroleum, Refined Fuels, or Lubricant experience
Experience developing marketing plans, calculating margins, and profit
Mechanical understanding of equipment
Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to make decisions and work independently and in a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Profit sharing
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Product Training
CHS Sales Training
National Certification available
Computer Training on CRM Software
Growth potential
Mobility within CHS