Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Manages territory sales functions; administers company policies, procedures, sales hiring and corrective actions. Drives revenue growth by setting individual sales plans, target accounts and ensures salespeople have the tools needed to accomplish their job. Cultivates strong relationships with key customers in the industrial markets. Strategically confers with branches and regional management to identify, plan, and develop sales methods and procedures to obtain greater efficiency in sales operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develops and implements a comprehensive sales strategy to achieve revenue and market share growth within the assigned territory.
Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify business opportunities.
Set and monitor sales targets, budgets, and performance metrics.
Continuously evaluate and refine the sales approach to align with market dynamics.
Recruit, train, and manage a team of 6-10 outside sales professionals to ensure they meet or exceed sales revenue and gross margin targets.
Provide leadership, motivation, and mentorship to the sales team to foster a high-performance culture.
Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for team members.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, understanding their needs and providing solutions that align with our product and service offerings.
Collaborate with the sales team to address customer concerns and provide exceptional customer service.
Identify and pursue opportunities for market expansion within the territory.
Work closely with marketing teams to develop targeted campaigns and promotional activities.
Develop and manage sales forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals.
Provide regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities to the Regional Manager and Executive Team members.
Develop and manage the sales budget for the territory.
Monitor and control expenses to ensure alignment with budgetary constraints.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS – SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Experience should demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

Proven experience as a successful sales manager in the industrial distribution sector.
Strong understanding of industrial products and services, with the ability to communicate technical concepts not both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make informed business decisions.
Excellent leadership and team-building skills
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans.
Proper listening, oral and written skills, and command of the English language.
Results driven with a focus on achieving and exceeding sales targets.
Skill to organize, direct and effectively manage others.
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance of a product, service, or idea.
Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Able to travel within the assigned territory as needed.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field

Experience: Five years related experience, motion control industry experience preferred

Certificates & Licenses: Certified Fluid Power Specialist certificate preferred

Skills taught after hire as needed: Product Training, Hydraulics Training, Pneumatics Training, Mechanics Training, Systems Designs, Sales Techniques, Management Techniques, Computer System Training, Microsoft Training, ISO Training, Tour-de-Force

Other Requirements: Valid Driver’s License, Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, strong leadership capabilities, excellent time management skills, outgoing nature

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 per year

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