What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Manager - West Coast - Smart Projection position at Leica Camera Inc?
Sales Manager West Coast - Smart Projection
Leica Camera is a global icon, celebrated for over 100 years of innovation in photography. Since its founding, Leica has mastered the balance of art and engineering, achieving a seamless harmony of form and functionality. Visit Leica Camera at www.leica-camera.com.
We are dedicated to developing cameras, home theater systems, and optical instruments of the highest standards. With a tradition of precision manufacturing and technological innovation, Leica has consistently positioned itself at the forefront of the photographic industry, establishing an unsurpassed standard of excellence.
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Technical Sales Manager to support our Leica Smart Projection business in the United States. This role involves identifying and pursuing business opportunities to drive growth and profitability while providing best-in-class technical support for our customers. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in technical sales within the luxury home theater or consumer electronics industry. The Technical Sales Manager - Smart Projection will play an integral role in the organization, including conducting market research, analyzing industry trends, and assessing customer needs in alignment with Leica?s brand and values.
*Requirement* Candidate Location: West Coast, Fully Remote
This position reports to the Director, Smart Projection and is a full-time position with full benefits.
Domestic travel is required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Execute sales strategy to achieve short-term, long-term, sustained, significant and measurable business growth
- Actively sell, establish new accounts, and routinely visit existing accounts and trade shows.
- Work closely with the Multibrand and Smart Projection team to support the US business category.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including service and logistics to support Leica Smart Projection.
- Build and manage relationships with distributors, retailers and wholesalers to expand the company's market presence.
- Negotiate agreements with clients and dealers.
- Coordinate activities with the sales team in Germany and US to ensure consistency and alignment with the company's overall strategy.
- Provide regular sales forecasts, market analysis, and reports to the leadership team.
- Product, marketing and sales training for clients and field sales personnel.
- Supports Leica Akademie Programs and other consumer programs.
