Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field
A minimum of 10 years’ experience in Sales within the Industrial channel or related manufacturing sectors with at least 5 of those years in a People Leader capacity
Ability to travel within the United States at least 50% of the year
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a sales team
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Proficient in CRM software and sales analytics tools
Demonstrate knowledge of Core and Specialty product lines, including application and the ability to communicate differentiators, features, and benefits
Responsibilities
Oversee sales operations within your assigned region, implementing tailored strategies to achieve regional revenue targets and market penetration goals
Develop and execute localized sales strategies that align with broader company objectives
Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to achieve top-line revenue targets and market penetration goals focusing on both Sell-In to Independent Distribution and Sell-Through for National Accounts
Champion the consultative selling model of Total Tool Solutions with focus on the core industrial brands of DEWALT and PROTO
Develop and execute the Industrial strategy for the DEWALT Brand, including recommendations for new product development and category expansion
Implement, track, and coach to role-specific key performance indicators to drive territory, region, and business unit success
Monitor market trends and competitor activities, and utilize forecasting tools to predict future sales volumes and adjust strategies as needed
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team (made up of Field Sales team members), providing guidance and support to meet individual and team goals, providing ongoing and scheduled performance-related feedback and coaching
Build and maintain strong relationships with key distribution and end-user customers as well as industry group affiliations, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions
Engage in negotiations and close high-value contracts with major clients
Analyze sales data and prepare consensus reports for senior management, outlining performance metrics and market trends in demand and promotional needs
Actively participate in the S&OP & IBP processes
Work closely with Channel Marketing and supply chain teams to ensure alignment between sales objectives, forecast, and product demand needs
Collaborate with Channel Marketing leadership to shape the product promotion playbook
Manage the sales budget effectively, ensuring alignment with anticipated sales demand forecasts