Area Sales Manager Careers

A typical day in the life of a sales manager might include: Reporting to the VP of Sales and Marketing, the Area Sales Manager is key to the ownership and development of the regional account pipeline of new business opportunities for Quality Built in an assigned sales region. This requires someone who is a true ‘Hunter’…someone who has a strategic mind and tactical prowess to create a thorough plan to target companies for whom Quality Built is eager to provide solutions and services. The Area Sales Manager will be accountable for identifying new regional sales and product growth opportunities/partnerships, creating and building new relationships/rapport with regional client contacts, negotiating and closing new business deals, while remaining current and well informed on regional market trends and competition. In addition, the Area Sales Manager will work closely in partnership with the Regional Sales Manager on national accounts with a regional presence in their territory, be an integral part of keeping existing regional clients abreast of new offerings and capabilities, and be a key contributor to the management of future growth within Quality Built. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial spirit and be a self-starter with a willingness and passion for making a genuine difference. We seek a motivated, enthusiastic, direct, honest, logical thinker with abundant energy, a dedication to excellence, and a strong desire for financial success. We expect this person to work with others throughout the company in a respectful, energetic, and collaborative manner to create and maintain an environment that is conducive to solving issues as a team. This person will maintain high professional standards, expectations, and processes in all settings that align with Quality Built’s Mission, Vision, & Values, as well as, the general standards of the Sales & Marketing Department. The successful candidate will also create and refine internal relationships that streamline communication and encourage success between the Sales and Marketing Department and others.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS Prospect for potential new account clients and rapidly turn opportunity into increased business by identifying and engaging the decision makers within the client organization. * Plan approaches and pitches that quickly convince potential customers to do business with Quality Built.Develop and present proposals that clearly address the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives. Using a consultative sales approach, overcome objections by clarifying, emphasizing agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion. Understand key players, building code, materials requirements, trends, and needs, and become a product, service and industry expert to leverage the company’s capabilities, experience, and successful partnerships. Work with leadership and technical staff to strategize new products and meet customer needs. Develop written account plans including metrics to define annualized sales potential at each account. Track, record, and submit expense and sales activity reports as required using company software. Manage all phases within the sale cycle to the successful close of profitable deals. Deliver compelling sales presentations, arguments, and proposals. Communicate effectively at all client levels (titles), including C-level executives. Build and manage a regional sales pipeline throughout all levels and prospects/clients within the sales cycle. Build and execute appropriate sales plans, close plans, and accurately forecast expected revenue results. Meet or exceed sales goals and quotas. Attend various industry events and provide feedback and information on regional market and competitive trends. Provide ongoing gap and competitive analysis to identify new growth area opportunities. Using knowledge of the regional market and competitors and leveraging industry expertise, relationships, and portfolio knowledge, identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators. Uphold Policies and Practices as defined in the Company Employee Handbook.
SKILLS & PROFICENCIES Personable, Positive Attitude and Personality Effectively and Correctly Speak and Write English Demonstrated Sales Leadership Strong Communication and Problem-Solving Skills Superior Relationship Management Cross-functional Team Influencer Effective and Compelling Presenter Creative Thinker and Collaborator
EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering, or a related field is preferred, but not required. 5+ years of successful B2B field sales experience in the construction or a closely related field required; preferably with a specialty products/services supplier to building and/or development companies. Relationships, knowledge, and experience within the construction materials or services industry with residential or commercial builders is necessary. Experience with a consultative sales approach is helpful. Strong track record in growing sales, including a proven track record of selling value and developing relationships with key decision makers and influencers in customer organizations. Strong strategic, large account plan development, optimizing the sales funnel, articulating value propositions and creating metrics to demonstrate value. 3+ years’ experience with CRM systems. 3+ years’ experience and clear proficiency with MS Office suite and MS Teams. 3+ years’ experience working in cross-functional teams. 5+ years’ experience in sales demonstrations and presentations. 5+ years’ experience in all aspects of developing and managing sales strategies and territories. Subscribe to TTS Careers to Search job sites Newsletters, Newspaper Associates and Company Career Pages. Get Career Alerts, Marketing Articles, Contract Careers, discounts, promotions and tips straight to your inbox.

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