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Sales Manager

GFL Environmental Inc.
Mokena, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2022 CLOSED ON 2/18/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Manager position at GFL Environmental Inc.?

The Sales Manager will plan, control, coach and direct the overall activity of the branch or assigned branches sales and marketing team. Work in conjunction with the Facility / General Manager to oversee successful achievement of the branch objectives as they correspond with corporate objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and exhibit proficiency in customer and industry trend analysis.
  • Maintain good customer relations by travel throughout assigned territory to meet with existing and prospective customers to assess and manage customer needs.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in preparation and organization of sales presentations to major accounts by effectively displaying and demonstrating products and services and emphasizing marketable features.
  • Develop and implement sales/retention strategies and plans to increase and maintain strong customer base.
  • Assist in identifying acquisition candidates and participate in the acquisition and merging process with targeted businesses.
  • Monitor and analyze competitor's pricing patterns as well as GFL Environmental, Inc.'s pricing.
  • Prepare and present market plans and competitive strategies to include pricing models and bid preparation.
  • Maintain thorough product knowledge of all lines of business and develop plans for new products, new product ideas and new services.
  • Conduct customer waste stream analysis and develop appropriate proposals and/or quotations.
  • Train and monitor performance of Sales Representatives in presentation of products, services and industry material.
  • Perform periodic field sales skills assessments on all assigned subordinates. Schedule, conduct and document formal performance reviews.
  • Assist other members of the branch in the completion of the budget process and monthly budget measurement/forecasting.
  • Manages performance, expectations, coaching, counseling of the sales team.
  • Manages CRM of the Sales Reps.
  • Recruit, interview, hire, and train sales team personnel.
  • Conform in all respects with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:
  • Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four (4) year college or university.
  • Five (5) or more years experience in waste industry.
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Prior knowledge of all product lines and equipment desired.
  • Possess valid driver's license.
  • Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical journals or governmental regulations.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers and the general public.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Ability to create, design and implement solutions to general and customer specific problems.
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Ability to self-direct various assigned initiatives and to work under limited supervision.
Physical/Mental Demands:
  • Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and climb.
  • Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the maneuvering of a motor vehicle.
  • Possess ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions:
  • Work involves extended periods of driving resulting in exposure to high vehicle traffic and extended periods of sitting.
  • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions of heat, cold and humidity.
  • Noise level is usually moderate but can become loud.
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401(K) and 401K matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Several other benefits offered
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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