As a Sales Specialist, you will implement our sales plan and ensure the growth of the sale of lubricant products in your area. You will focus on the following market segments: workshops, workshop network under the Castrol brand, branches of auto parts retailers, and auto accessory stores. Your goal is to achieve the agreed sales targets and attract new customers for our existing portfolio.
Your new role environment safe, challenging, and future-oriented:
You will implement the regional sales plan and develop the automotive strategy together with our distributors from the central office to the branch.You will support the sales teams in customer acquisition for Castrol, accompany customer visits, and strengthen the brand presence at the point of sale.You will plan and implement marketing campaigns, manage budgets, and successfully implement central actions, programs, and trainings.You will organize incentives, product trainings, and promotions and further develop our workshop network (Q Service Castrol & Bosch Car Service).You will analyze sales reports, create market reports, and use digital tools like Salesforce, Power BI, and Tableau for efficient area management.You will be the central contact person for occupational safety, product quality, and brand guidelines and live the Castrol mindset: promote growth, inspire customers, embrace change.Your qualification profile well-founded and out of passion:
You have at least a secondary school diploma, ideally a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.You have experience in customer and channel management, project management, and complex organizational structures.You have experience in implementing marketing programs and activating offers.You have in-depth knowledge of products and services, customer segmentation, and channel management.You enjoy developing strategies and activating accounts, managing customer relationships, and analyzing profitability.You are confident in handling contract content and closing processes.Work-life balance and what else speaks for us:
Welcome on board: easy onboardingFlexible working: flexible models, free days, and sabbaticals includedTop compensation: salary, bonuses, and numerous benefitsUnfold yourself!: thousands of opportunities for training and personal growthStay fit: health and well-being in focusTeam spirit: events and fun togetherDouble good deeds: donations are doubledFor all details about benefits, visit our website (Working at BP | Your career at BP | BP in Germany). We are committed to equality, diversity, and the compatibility of work and family. People with a severe disability will be given priority if they are suitable for the position.
Read LessThe earnify TM fleet card sales representative will be responsible for the prospecting, acquisition, and retention of earnify TM fleet card customers across a broad geography in the US convenience and mobility business, and meeting and exceeding defined sales quotas. The earnify TM fleet card sales representative works as a member of an extended account management team focused on growing hydrocarbon volume and generating incremental revenue and margin to the US mobility business, executing growth plans pursuing both organic and inorganic sales opportunities. In addition, the earnify TM fleet card sales representative will work closely with WEX's bp account team to help ensure appropriate customer support and service for customers subscribed to the earnify TM fleet card.
The earnify TM fleet card can be used for fuel and vehicle-related purchases at merchants that accept WEX and Mastercard with on-going fuel rebates available at over 8,000 stations across the bp family of brands. Designed for small businesses and large fleets, this partnership will expand the program's valuable fuel rebates to bp, Amoco, TravelCenters of America, TA Express, and Petro stations across the country.
This role requires strong product expertise in the earnify TM fleet card, as well as expertise in earnify TM, bp's consumer loyalty app. The role also requires expertise in the competitive fleet card landscape and broader fleet card segment. The successful candidate(s) will also demonstrate experience in value-based selling and team leadership skills. The position requires a high level of self-motivation, professional communication skills, a passion for building customer relationships, and the determination to contribute directly to the success of our business.
Key AccountabilitiesBusiness development through organic and inorganic leadsBuild and manage strategic plan for territory growthDeliver consistent, results-driven activity to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales quotas, growing fuel volume and number of customer accountsRetain existing customer accountsConduct account reviews with key customers to reinforce value creation through bp's earnify TM fleet cardWork effectively with WEX to effectively manage sales process and account management processesWork effectively with bp product team to provide customer and industry insight and support offer development processesRepresent bp and fleet card in local, regional, and industry eventsEffectively work as a member of a broader customer account team led by the bp Business Development Manager or Regional Account LeadBuild and maintain strong relationships across the US convenience and mobility organization and with Branded Marketers and franchiseesEffectively represent our brand at customer sites and retail locations, ensuring alignment with our values, behaviors and safety expectations.Skills and competenciesProduct Expertise: a deep understanding of our US Fleet Mobility card offerings and the broader competitive landscape of fleet card sales. Stay informed about competitive products and market trends to sharpen sales strategies and deliver a competitive edge.
Value-Based Selling: a demonstrated ability to sell emphasizing value beyond price and the ability to demonstrate product value compared to other alternatives in the marketplace.
Sale Process Management: demonstrated ability to manage a sale through the stages of the sales process including identifying, targeting, and qualifying prospects, developing compelling sales and engagement strategies, effectively communicating the product value proposition, closing the sale, implementing a new account, and reinforcing value creation through ongoing post-sale engagement with the customer.
Pipeline Management: Build and maintain a robust prospect pipeline leads. through:
50+ minimum calls per weekDoor-to-door prospectingEmail marketing campaignsEngaging with prospects at retail locationsLeveraging LinkedIn for outreachConducting online researchReferrals from bp affiliated locations (bp, Amoco, TA, Thorntons), or existing customersSales pipeline management: maintaining accurate records in Salesforce to drive success, focused on total opportunities, wins, losses, and expected impact against core deliverables.
Analyze and Act on Data: Review performance and transaction data to identify high-potential opportunities for growth with existing and new accounts. Prioritize prospecting efforts and shape strategies for customer engagement.
Close Deals and Build Relationships:
Schedule and conduct prospect meetings that result in new cardholder acquisition.Develop profitable, long-term partnerships with customers through excellent follow-up and relationship-building.Support Branded Marketers and franchisees in driving fleet volume growth at their sites.Field Engagement: Spend 60% of your time in the field, meeting customers, prospecting at retail stations, supporting Branded Marketers and franchisees, attending new site grand openings, and building strong networks.
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in business, sales, marketing, or a related field.
Experience: 24 years of sales or business experience, with a "hunter" mindset and pipeline management expertise. Experience in fleet, payment, or oil & gas industries is a plus.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with fleet management and operations.
Communication Skills: Proficient in writing, speaking, listening, and cold calling.
Technical Skills: Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Influencing Skills: Ability to engage and influence decision-makers across various organizations.
Self-Starter: Motivated, independent, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Safety Focus: Commitment to safety-first behaviors and company values.
bp Values & Behaviors: Embrace and actively incorporate BP's Values and Behaviors of safety, respect, excellence, courage and one team, into daily performance and execution
Legal authorization: Must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States, and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (i.e., H1B, TN, etc.) now or in the future.
Valid Driver License & transportation
Why Join Us?At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Travel Requirement
Up to 75% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Business Acumen, Coaching, Commercial Acumen, Commercial performance, Consultative selling skills, customer and competitor understanding, Customer Profitability, Customer promise execution, Customer Training, Customer Value Proposition, Digital Fluency, Internal alignment, Managing strategic partnerships, market, Negotiation planning and preparation, Offer and product knowledge, Offer execution and growth, Partner relationship management, Product Ownership, Sector
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Read LessThe earnify TM fleet card sales representative will be responsible for the prospecting, acquisition, and retention of earnify TM fleet card customers across a broad geography in the US convenience and mobility business, and meeting and exceeding defined sales quotas. The earnify TM fleet card sales representative works as a member of an extended account management team focused on growing hydrocarbon volume and generating incremental revenue and margin to the US mobility business, executing growth plans pursuing both organic and inorganic sales opportunities. In addition, the earnify TM fleet card sales representative will work closely with WEX's bp account team to help ensure appropriate customer support and service for customers subscribed to the earnify TM fleet card.
The earnify TM fleet card can be used for fuel and vehicle-related purchases at merchants that accept WEX and Mastercard with on-going fuel rebates available at over 8,000 stations across the bp family of brands. Designed for small businesses and large fleets, this partnership will expand the program's valuable fuel rebates to bp, Amoco, TravelCenters of America, TA Express, and Petro stations across the country.
This role requires strong product expertise in the earnify TM fleet card, as well as expertise in earnify TM, bp's consumer loyalty app. The role also requires expertise in the competitive fleet card landscape and broader fleet card segment. The successful candidate(s) will also demonstrate experience in value-based selling and team leadership skills. The position requires a high level of self-motivation, professional communication skills, a passion for building customer relationships, and the determination to contribute directly to the success of our business.
Key AccountabilitiesBusiness development through organic and inorganic leadsBuild and manage strategic plan for territory growthDeliver consistent, results-driven activity to meet and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales quotas, growing fuel volume and number of customer accountsRetain existing customer accountsConduct account reviews with key customers to reinforce value creation through bp's earnify TM fleet cardWork effectively with WEX to effectively manage sales process and account management processesWork effectively with bp product team to provide customer and industry insight and support offer development processesRepresent bp and fleet card in local, regional, and industry eventsEffectively work as a member of a broader customer account team led by the bp Business Development Manager or Regional Account LeadBuild and maintain strong relationships across the US convenience and mobility organization and with Branded Marketers and franchiseesEffectively represent our brand at customer sites and retail locations, ensuring alignment with our values, behaviors and safety expectations.Skills and competenciesProduct Expertise: a deep understanding of our US Fleet Mobility card offerings and the broader competitive landscape of fleet card sales. Stay informed about competitive products and market trends to sharpen sales strategies and deliver a competitive edge.
Value-Based Selling: a demonstrated ability to sell emphasizing value beyond price and the ability to demonstrate product value compared to other alternatives in the marketplace.
Sale Process Management: demonstrated ability to manage a sale through the stages of the sales process including identifying, targeting, and qualifying prospects, developing compelling sales and engagement strategies, effectively communicating the product value proposition, closing the sale, implementing a new account, and reinforcing value creation through ongoing post-sale engagement with the customer.
Pipeline Management: Build and maintain a robust prospect pipeline leads. through:
50+ minimum calls per weekDoor-to-door prospectingEmail marketing campaignsEngaging with prospects at retail locationsLeveraging LinkedIn for outreachConducting online researchReferrals from bp affiliated locations (bp, Amoco, TA, Thorntons), or existing customersSales pipeline management: maintaining accurate records in Salesforce to drive success, focused on total opportunities, wins, losses, and expected impact against core deliverables.
Analyze and Act on Data: Review performance and transaction data to identify high-potential opportunities for growth with existing and new accounts. Prioritize prospecting efforts and shape strategies for customer engagement.
Close Deals and Build Relationships:
Schedule and conduct prospect meetings that result in new cardholder acquisition.Develop profitable, long-term partnerships with customers through excellent follow-up and relationship-building.Support Branded Marketers and franchisees in driving fleet volume growth at their sites.Field Engagement: Spend 60% of your time in the field, meeting customers, prospecting at retail stations, supporting Branded Marketers and franchisees, attending new site grand openings, and building strong networks.
QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in business, sales, marketing, or a related field.
Experience: 24 years of sales or business experience, with a "hunter" mindset and pipeline management expertise. Experience in fleet, payment, or oil & gas industries is a plus.
Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with fleet management and operations.
Communication Skills: Proficient in writing, speaking, listening, and cold calling.
Technical Skills: Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Influencing Skills: Ability to engage and influence decision-makers across various organizations.
Self-Starter: Motivated, independent, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Safety Focus: Commitment to safety-first behaviors and company values.
bp Values & Behaviors: Embrace and actively incorporate BP's Values and Behaviors of safety, respect, excellence, courage and one team, into daily performance and execution
Legal authorization: Must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States, and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (i.e., H1B, TN, etc.) now or in the future.
Valid Driver License & transportation
Why Join Us?At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees' lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Travel Requirement
Up to 75% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Business Acumen, Coaching, Commercial Acumen, Commercial performance, Consultative selling skills, customer and competitor understanding, Customer Profitability, Customer promise execution, Customer Training, Customer Value Proposition, Digital Fluency, Internal alignment, Managing strategic partnerships, market, Negotiation planning and preparation, Offer and product knowledge, Offer execution and growth, Partner relationship management, Product Ownership, Sector
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us. If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
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