Independent Sales Contractor

Inside Sales Representative – Specialty Gases (Independent Contractor / 1099) Company: Airocean Gases, LLC Location: Remote (US Nationwide) Job Type: Contract (1099) About Airocean Gases Airocean Gases is a direct wholesale importer and master distributor of ultra-high-purity (UHP) noble and specialty gases serving the North American market. Backed by over 40 years of cryogenic separation and gas production heritage and operating as an active GAWDA member, we supply critical, hard-to-source gases—including Krypton (Kr), Xenon (Xe), Neon (Ne), Helium (He), Sulfur Hexafluoride ($\text{SF}_6$), Nitrous Oxide ($\text{N}_2\text{O}$), and electronic-grade etching gases. We bridge dependable global bulk production with stringent domestic standards, providing verified 4N to 6N purity grades (99.99% to 99.9999%), full Certificate of Analysis (CoA) traceability, and dependable logistics to regional gas distributors, semiconductor fabs, aerospace programs, and analytical research facilities nationwide. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Inside Sales Contractor with a proven background in the industrial and specialty gas sector . In this role, you will leverage your gas industry product knowledge to identify, qualify, and close wholesale bulk and cylinder gas supply opportunities across North America. You will target independent gas distributors, packaged gas dealers, universities, and commercial end-users (semiconductor, aerospace, medical, electronics). This is a flexible, 1099 remote contractor engagement suited for a motivated sales professional who already speaks the technical language of cylinder specifications, purity grades, and gas distribution. Key Responsibilities Wholesale Prospecting & Outbound Outreach: Execute daily outbound calling, email campaigns, and networking targeting regional gas distributors, procurement managers, and B2B industrial accounts across North America. Technical Lead Qualification: Discuss customer gas purity requirements (4N–6N grades), cylinder sizes, packaging formats (high-pressure cylinders, packs, tube trailers), and supply schedules with technical buyers and engineers. Quoting & Deal Closing: Prepare competitive wholesale price quotes, negotiate volume supply agreements, issue Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), and drive inquiries through to closed purchase orders. Account Expansion & Reorders: Re-engage past customer accounts and establish recurring ordering cycles with independent gas distributors looking for reliable alternative source supply. Pipeline Management: Track customer interactions, quoting volume, and contract milestones inside the company CRM ([HubSpot / Salesforce]). Requirements & QualificationsMust-Have Requirements: Minimum 2+ years of direct sales, account management, or technical customer service experience in the Specialty Gas or Industrial Packaged Gas industry. (Applications lacking gas industry experience will not be considered.) Solid working knowledge of noble/specialty gases (Helium, Xenon, Krypton, Neon, $\text{SF}_6$, electronic/calibration mixtures), cylinder sizing, purity classifications, and safety documentation (SDS, CoA). Familiarity with the North American gas distribution landscape (independent distributors, GAWDA networks, research labs, or manufacturing end-users). Demonstrated ability to prospect independently and close wholesale/B2B commodity or chemical contracts. Quiet home office setup with high-speed internet, a dedicated workstation, and a professional headset. Pay: $77,100.00 - $93,000.00 per year Work Location: Remote

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