Reference #: 1190412400 Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 28 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, we had revenues surpassing $1.93 billion in 2023. Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

The Area Sales Representative (ASR)support sales by beingisthe boots on the ground contributor that is the primary contact for all jobbers & technicians, and secondary contact to warehouse distributors and retailers within their area of responsibility. In order to best serve our customers in the assigned territory this contributor should be centrally located within an area that typically spans multiple cities or states. This is a road warrior position that may require travel outside of the assigned area based on business needs.

Primary Duties

Drive sales, profitability and awareness of Dorman Products through distribution, in support of the area business plan achievement.

Drivebrand & product awareness across all levels of distributionin order to increase sales..

Support oftrade show representation, customer sales/counter person training, jobber/technician visits, changeover assistance and more.

Work with customers to tooptimize store inventories(Top 250/500 GAP Analysis), communicate promotions, resolve complaints (e.g.Labor Claims)and communicate new product opportunities.

Expandmarketing material distribution and new product announcement enrollmentto assist our customers.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Proficient withMicrosoft Office suite

Self-starter that thrives in remote office environment

Travel Requirement:Ability to travel 50% or more of the time, including weekend travel as needed

Physical Requirement:Capability to lift20pounds.

Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items from one building to another, and speak and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate.

Education / Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, automotive technologyor a related field preferred

3+ years of applicable experience

Core Values & Competencies

Adapting to Others Business and Financial Acumen Championing Customer Needs Change Management and Influence Critical Thinking Demonstrating Initiative Displaying Technical Expertise Driving for Results Emotional Intelligence and Empathy Ethics and Integrity Inspires and Builds Talent Negotiating Agreements Prioritizing and Organizing Work Setting a Strategic Vision Strategic Thinking and Execution Working with Financial Information Ideation and Innovation Deliver Customer Value Empower Our Contributors Accountability for Results Strive for Excellence www.DormanProducts.com

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Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gende identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V.