The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for all direct sales activities, from lead generation to closing sales, for our West Coast territory. The Regional Sales Manager will develop and implement an approved sales plan, which will meet both the personal and business goals of the customer base in the assigned area. Working with municipal government, independent sales reps, distributors, contractors and support teams, the Regional Sales Manager will aim to achieve customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and long-term account goals that are in line with our company's vision and values.
It is preferred that applicants reside in either Southern Arizona or Southern California.
TERRITORY: AZ, CA, MT, NV, OR, WA and Northern WY.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions
Perform field product demonstrations
Demonstrate technical selling skills and product knowledge
Use value-added selling techniques and make recommendations to prospects and clients
Assist in the implementation of company marketing plans and attend trade shows
Submit detailed business information for pricing and presentations of solutions to identify prospects
Maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities
Maintain records of current projects and targets
Participating in and contributing to the development of educational programs offered to clients, prospects, independent reps, and company employees
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and function properly
Participating in required company meetings
Maintain an organized work area (5S)
Complete all other work duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA's and certifications)
Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering or technical field required or equivalent work experience
5 years of experience in direct technical sales, preferably in the Water & Sewer or Public Works sectors
Ability to travel 75% of the time by vehicle and by air to customers, prospects, and events
Residency within the territory
Ability to transport and carry sample products
Ability to effectively use Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software
Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Ability to prioritize and multitask
Bilingual - English/Spanish
Desirable Criteria & Qualifications
Reside in Southern Arizona or Southern California
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of sewer manhole and pipe construction materials and methods
Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
Our 401k retirement savings plan with a company match contribution; onsite health clinics, discretionary holiday bonus program (based on years of service), Cretex University, 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost, wellness program with incentives, an employee death benefit, and employee sick and safe leave are available to all Cretex employees.
20+hours:
Cretex's medical benefit package includes: comprehensive medical insurance with access to virtual providers; dental insurance (Little Partners Dental benefit covers services 100 percent for children 12 and younger when seen by a Health Partners in network provider); vision insurance; a pre-tax health savings account, healthcare and dependent care pre-tax reimbursement accounts; paid holidays, paid time off; and our discretionary profit sharing program are available to employees working 20+ hours/week.
30+ hours:
Parental Leave, accident and critical illness benefits, optional employee, spouse, and child life; short and long term disability; company provided life insurance; and tuition assistance programs are available to employees working 30+ hours per week.
(Some benefits are subject to eligibility criteria.)
Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other protected status as required by law.
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