Sales Manager

at  Abstrakt Marketing Group LLC

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or related field, OR;
• Comparable record of sales leadership experience required.
• Five years of sales experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience within the material handling industry required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds, up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Must be able to work safely in areas with potential exposure to cold/hot temperatures, noise pollution, dust, solvents, fuels, and battery acid.

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sales and customer service skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be able to safely operate forklifts and other equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Administration, or related field, OR;
• Comparable record of sales leadership experience required.
• Five years of sales experience strongly preferred.
• Prior experience within the material handling industry required.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME, DIRECT PLACEMENT ROLE AT LIFT SOLUTIONS.

The Sales Manager will oversee and lead the activities of the Sales Department for key product lines, meeting market share goals, financial performance, personnel development, and day-to-day activities. This position reports to the President/CEO.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recruits, hires, and develops direct reports.
• Organizes and oversees the schedules, territories, and performance of salespeople.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides leadership to the sales team.
• Motivates and encourages the sales team to ensure quotas are met.
• Reviews and analyzes sales and operational records and reports; uses data to project sales, determine profitability and goals, and identify potential new markets.
• Assigns territories and plans account strategy for sales teams.
• Consults with potential customers to understand their needs; identifies and suggests equipment, products, or services that will meet those needs.
• Collaborates with executive leadership to develop sales quotas and strategies.
• Assists with accounts receivable and collection efforts as needed.
• Spend sufficient time in the field with salespeople to achieve company goals; up to 75%.
• Performs other duties as assigned.