Job-ID : 16634; Location(s) : Field
Responsible for managing the business for a National Distribution Account nationally. Works with Director, Wholesale Distribution and key decision makers to develop and implement account strategies. Responsible for strategic account planning, forecasting, demand planning, and driving overall customer profitability and sales growth. Duties include execution of promotional plans and activities, management of product mix, development of national promotions, tracking and providing key metrics to account decision makers, and presenting scheduled business reviews to update on strategies and results.
Sales and Customer Management Strategies
- Working with Director, Wholesale Distribution; develops and implements strategic plans for key customers to include : Yearly sales plan, promotional plans, product mix management, new product / market introductions.
- Develops and maintains relationships with National Distribution Account, marketing and sales personnel. Includes : sales meetings, new product presentations and trade shows.
- Delivers professional sales presentations.
- Communicates with product management and cross-functional teams regarding product launches and product timelines, forecasts inventory accordingly.
- Works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure prompt service to customers; keeps informed on company contract procedures and product pricing; resolves customer complaints as needed.
Marketing Strategies
Coordinates and manages all projects, including catalog & online advertising and promotional activities.Works with Product Management and others developing product lines in order to achieve sales and market penetration targets; assists in developing pricing strategies.Negotiates, develops and maintains all customer contracts and partnership agreements.Reporting Analyses
Maintains sales reports, forecasts, and business metrics; identifies business opportunities; reports on trends with distributors and products, what competitors are doing, and on new business initiativesManage expense budget.Other
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending training sessions, webinars, educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societiesActs as a liaison between field sales and other cross-functional teams.Attends meetings as required or assigned.Performs other duties as required or assigned.Special Job Dimensions
Required to travel up to 70% of the time.May be required to work some evenings and weekends.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet, SAP, CRM SystemAdvanced negotiating and influencing skillsAdvanced selling and presentation skillsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability and flexibility to adapt to different situations and environmentsProven ability to maintain and develop business relationshipsAbility to work independently with self-motivation and drive for resultsDemonstrated ability to understand and implement financial concepts and measurementsAbility to manage the sales process from conception through completionAbility to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level.Passion to embrace the Viega Values and embed them into daily work : Achieve Goals
Be Empowered
Show Respect
Assume Responsibility
Build Trust
Education, Certification / License & Work Experience
High School Diploma or equivalentCollege Degree highly preferred5-7 Years of related sales experienceValid Driver’s LicenseTotal Rewards Package :
Compensation
Base : $100,000 to $150,00 annually, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.Bonus : This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.Benefits
Medical, Dental, VisionWellness ProgramHealth Savings Account (HSA) with a company contributionVoluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contributionTime Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer DaysApplication Window
Posting date : 10 / 23 / 2024The application deadline for this job is : 11 / 30 / 2024Your contact person :
Brad Kerwin