Field Sales Representative- Dallas, TX
At Serta Simmons Bedding (SSB), we're more than a mattress company, we're a leading global sleep company with a mission to help people sleep better so they can live healthier lives. With a 150-year heritage in delivering industry-leading sleep solutions, we own iconic brands including Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle.
The Field Sales Representative plays a critical role in overall field execution strategy and leads Serta Simmons Beddings' efforts to protect and grow market share, improve profitability, and expand retailer relationships. The Field Sales Representative will drive sales activities for an assigned territory through the implementation of company strategy and ensures strategic and tactical alignment with key stakeholders and business partners to grow business profitability. Responsible for coordinating and leading training events and retail partner collaboration to drive initiatives for increased sales and market share of Serta Simmons Bedding product portfolio.
Communicates Effectively :
- Strong presentation and facilitation skills in a variety of settings : one-on-one, small, and large groups
- Ability to adapt training style and message to fit the audience and business needs
- Effectively communicate product promotions, upcoming events, and new product launches
- Proactively share best practices and actionable strategies to maximize brand performance
Plans and Aligns :
Partner with Account Management to develop and execute territory action plan to drive sales, balance of share, and overall market share according to both regional and / or national objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align key tasks and activities and provide regular updatesAbility to prioritize store visit activities to identify and execute opportunities to maximize impact, increase advocacy, and sell throughDrives Results :
Facilitate and lead retailer Top Management partnership meetings, demonstrating strong commitment to joint business objectivesEstablish sales priorities, action plans and participate in retailer activities and functionsUtilize sales activity reporting tools to prioritize store visit activities and manage expense forecasts effectivelyRecommend and structure territory sales programs designed to increase business opportunitiesProvide partners with tools, strategies, and resources to improve in-store sales performance and drive profitable growthBuild Relationships & Customer Focus :
Build trusted relationships with top retailers to understand local strategies and align on collaborative solutions that increase sales, engage and motivate others to drive brand advocacyMaintain a customer focus mindset in all territory initiatives. Serve as a strategic partner to build customer centric solutionsAssume active ownership of assigned sales territory and respond to specific market needs, and initiate needed actionWhat You'll Bring :
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience with at least 2 years training and / or retail selling experience with strong preference towards the bedding, furniture, durables, or other premium consumer product categoriesOutstanding organizational skills, attention to detail and prioritization of tasksEffective communicator, able to convey both written and verbal messages clearly and conciselyFlexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to accommodate the needs of the businessProficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)Requires 85-90% travel within assigned territory, primarily day travel with occasional overnight travel.Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is requiredWhy work at Serta Simmons Bedding?
When you join SSB, you become part of a winning and diverse team that is excited and committed to helping people get better sleep. We provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, employee perks, and the chance to be part of the future of sleep.
Benefits and Perks (USA, Salary non-union- optional) :
Health, Dental, and VisionAnnual employee contribution to HSA401K with company matchPaid Time Off / Vacation12 company holidaysSick daysCompany paid short- and long-term disabilityPaid parental leaveDiscount programs including Friends and family discountsReferral BonusTuition Reimbursement