Xylem (XYL) is a leading global water technology company committed to developing innovative technology solutions to the world’s water challenges. The Company’s products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor and return water to the environment in public utility, industrial, residential and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced infrastructure analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities. The Company’s more than 16,500 employees bring broad applications expertise with a strong focus on identifying comprehensive, sustainable solutions. Headquartered in Rye Brook, New York with 2017 revenue of $4.7 billion, Xylem does business in more than 150 countries through a number of market-leading product brands.

The name Xylem is derived from classical Greek and is the tissue that transports water in plants, highlighting the engineering efficiency of our water-centric business by linking it with the best water transportation of all – that which occurs in nature. For more information, please visit us at www.xylem.com.

THE ROLE:  Godwin, a Xylem brand, seeks an Outside Sales Representative assigned to Antioch, TN covering the Fort Smith/Fayetteville, AR territory.  The Outside Sales Representative will use individual technical, communication and product skills to solve customer fluid handling problems and increase company business through the development of Godwin Dri-Prime® pumping systems and related pumping products, particularly as related to the rental of pumps in the construction and industrial field. Preferred candidates will live in the designated territory.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Expand the sale and rental of the Godwin Dri-Prime® Pump through establishing and maintaining customer contacts.
• Analyze and assess customers’ pumping needs.
• Recommend and design pumping systems to meet customers’ needs.
• Provide technical services and support to customers.
• Generate sales reports, bids, proposals and quotes.
• Participate in trade/professional shows and conferences as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Engineering
• 2+ years of technical sales or sales related experience (pump industry preferred) in the Commercial/Municipal/Utility markets.
• Underground construction experience is a plus.
• Occasional overnight travel as required.
• Individual must possess a valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Have a high mechanical aptitude, superior customer service, computer and presentation skills, and have solid logical troubleshooting capabilities.
• Experience with pumps, mixers, electrical controls, hydraulics, and ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics is a plus.  
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Effective interpersonal skills with customers, employees and management team.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and remain focused and organized.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and the use of computer applications.

EOE/FEMALES/MINORITIES/PROTECTED VETERANS/DISABLED