**Overview** We are currently lookingfor a talented, dynamic and motivated outside sales professional to join our team in the **_California_** Market Area.Reporting to a Region Sales and Business Development Manager, in this position you will independently prospect, develop and nurture relationships with businesses and industry entities. **Responsibilities** + Develop new sales leads by prospecting and pursuing targeted new business through calling or visiting potential customers, attending trade shows, initiating mailings and other related activities + Negotiate and close new sales contracts and service agreements to achieve year over year customer base growth + Develop and leverage relationships with businesses and industry entities such as real estate companies, home builder associations and other trade organizations to cultivate new business prospects + Actively participate in industry organizations to continually build a professional network + Partner with Regional Management and the National Accounts group to aggressively pursue Regional and National Accounts business opportunities + Champion a positive, professional image of Suburban Propane to create customer goodwill and foster referrals and repeat business + Follow up with new accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and fulfillment of the job **Why join the Suburban Propane team?** Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including: + Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment) + Paid time off that increases with tenure + A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting + A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development + Disability and life insurance + Employee recognition program + Generous tuition assistance program + Propane discounts For eligibility, the number of days provided under our PTO plan, and other information about benefits please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/benefits/ . $70,000 - $90,000 annually (plus commissiondependent on experience) *Subject to change over time, to allow adequate time to build a commissionable platform. **Qualifications** + Minimum of 5 years of business-to-business sales experience + Some college or equivalent in experience and education (Business related Bachelor's Degree preferred) + Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to negotiate and convincingly persuade others + Professional and articulate with an enthusiastic and positive attitude + Industry knowledge is preferred but not required + Basic understanding of oil and gas fired appliances and related distribution systems (training is provided) Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states. Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) **_Suburban Commitment_** - showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) **_SuburbanCares_** - highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) **_Go Green with Suburban Propane_** - promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives. For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit www.suburbanpropane.com . _It's an amazing time to become a part of our team as we expand our national footprint and_ _make strides toward a sustainable, clean energy future!_ **Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.** **As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.** **For more information about our hiring process, please visit:** **https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/our-hiring-process/** _At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applican