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Sales Manager – Job Description
Position “Goals & Objectives” Overview:
Wisconsin Pharmacal Company is looking to add a highly motivated, self-starting individual for a key internal sales position. Our “Sales Manager” position is a unique opportunity to help us develop placement of well-established brands in a variety of retail outlets and segments. We’re looking to leverage significant existing placement with additional placement and position our organization for sustainable long-term growth.
To apply: Please cut-and-paste the following link and follow the instructions: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/pZ4Dwy2qfevMlw8rH4FY
Responsibility Overview:
· Concentrated effort on securing / growing distribution in a wide variety of retail and distributor outlets with a diverse grouping of products
· Preferred experience selling into multiple channels: Mass / Drug / Food / Convenience / Hardware / Home Center/ Sporting Goods / Farm & Ranch
· Develop thorough understanding of trade potential by retailer to gain placement of major national brands and enhance existing distribution
· Work in conjunction with internal marketing team to develop keen insight into retailer potential and opportunity analysis
· Maintain sales broker staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training agency staff.
· Assist in establishing sales objectives for managed accounts and tracking progress towards established goals and objectives
· Develop thorough understanding of account objectives and overlaying company brand strengths to meet / exceed those expectations with proven products and brands
· Work with internal team to measure profitability and viability of existing / new distribution to ensure profitable growth of brands
· Assist in product opportunity analysis development to recommend items, positioning, packaging, and pricing strategy to ensure long-term growth and viability of distribution
· Articulate account-specific marketing opportunities to enhance current brand placement and support new placement
· Manage select accounts “direct” and oversee activities of external sales representation where applicable
· Assist with liquidation sales
· Meet with key accounts to maintain long-term relationship and further develop placement
· Coordinate internal efforts between company and retail partners to exceed expectations in all aspects of account management
· Report and assist in account review / analysis to ensure long-term profitability
· Limited overtime, with occasional customer/tradeshow travel (<20%)
To apply: Please cut-and-paste the following link and follow the instructions: https://go.cultureindex.com/p/pZ4Dwy2qfevMlw8rH4FY
Candidate Attributes / Skill Set:
· Must be detail oriented and work with a high degree of accuracy with the ability to multitask effectively, 2-4 years related sales experience preferred
· Significant “B2B Selling” experience within any of these channels: Mass / Drug / Food / Convenience / Hardware / Home Center/ Sporting Goods / Farm & Ranch
· Knowledge of Excel / PowerPoint / Word
· Self-Starter with Positive Attitude and Strong Work Ethic
· Strong listening, communication, and interpersonal skills
· Solution-Based thinking and mindset
Reporting Structure:
· Position reports directly to the Director of Sales
· Position can be on-site or hybrid (Jackson, WI)
- 5% Bonus based off Profit vs. Sales
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Required)
- Product demos: 1 year (Required)
- Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Jackson, WI 53037 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jackson, WI 53037: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Jackson, WI 53037
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000