What are the responsibilities and job description for the OEM Sales Director position at Navico Group?
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Position Overview:
As part of the talented Navico Group Americas Sales team, you will spearhead the development and execution of innovative sales strategies aimed at surpassing revenue targets and expanding the customer base for the region (150 Mil revenue). The Director of OEM Sales involves forging and nurturing high-level relationships with senior and C-level executives at OEMs, ensuring that each interaction is tailored to their unique needs through insightful discovery sessions and compelling product demonstrations. By staying abreast of industry trends and market dynamics, you will provide strategic, data-driven recommendations that position Navico Group as a leader in the marine sector. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure seamless transitions post-sale and maintain exceptional client satisfaction. Your expertise in managing the sales pipeline from lead generation to closing, coupled with your ability to align revenue goals with broader company objectives, will be crucial in driving growth and building lasting partnerships. With a proven track record in B2B or enterprise sales, particularly within the OEM market, your communication and relationship-building skills will be key assets in this dynamic and influential role.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Essential Functions
:Sales Strategy & Executio
- nDevelop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to meet and exceed revenue targets of 150 Mil within the Americas marine OEM market
- .Expand the customer base and drive revenue through new and existing partnerships
.
Client Relationship Manageme
- ntBuild and maintain trusted relationships with senior and C-level executives at OEM
- s.Conduct discovery sessions, deliver product demos, and created tailored business case
- s.Maintains contractual agreements with channel partner
- s.Develops account plans for existing customers and manages the execution of the plans to secure new busines
s.
Market Analy
- sisStay up-to-date with marine industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive insigh
- ts.Provide strategic, data-informed recommendations to clients and internal tea
ms.
Team Collabora
- tionCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including product, marketing, and customer success, to align go-to-market strategies, product launches, and client onboard
- ing.Maintain high levels of client satisfaction and reten
- tionTakes ownership for product forecast for respective channel ensuring accurate forecasting of product quantities and mix. Gives regular and timely input to the SIOP and leadership te
ams.
Sales Pipeline Manag
- ementManage the sales pipeline from lead generation to cl
- osingEnsure accuracy in forecasting and reporting, using CRM tools like Sales
- forceCommunicate current trends, status, strategy to executive
team.
Revenue Strategy Ali
- gnmentCollaborate with the executive team to align revenue goals with overall company obje
- ctivesProvide key input on business growth strat
egies.
OEM Sales Team Lea
- dershipDevelop and implement appropriate Region and territory coverage that enhances our coverage of OEMs within the US
- market.Prepares and manages operating expense budgets for the cost center, ensuring that business is managed within
- budget.Establish expectations of Regional Sales Team within Americas, exhibiting those standards to the highest of st
- andardsDevelop and mentor a high-performing sales team that understands and embodies Brunswick and Navico Group
values.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along t
he way. Required Qualifi
- cations:Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or relat
- ed field10 years’ experience in B2B or enterprise sales, with a strong focus on OEMs or high value
- accountsProficiency in CRM software (e.g., Salesforce), excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functiona
- l teams.Ability to analyze data from SalesForce/CRM to identify targets, accounts, and sales numbers to assess health of accounts and adherence to sales playbooks and obj
- ectives.Understanding of marine systems including electrical systems, navigation technology and general marine product appli
- cations.Prior experience in forecasting, and marketing
- support.Strong organizational and analytical skills are
- a must.Strong track record of experience with - B
- 2B salesExcellent communication and interpersona
- l skillsDemonstrated passion for improving (transforming) customer ex
- perienceSkilled at managing large promotional projects and meeting d
eadlines
Preferred Qualif
- ications:Experience with marine industry customers
- preferredSales experience with a technological product line is
preferred
Working Co
nditions: The employee must be able to perform the below essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential function of their job, absent undue
- hardship.Office environment. Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a length of
- the time.Ability to work long shifts with extended periods of standing and walking while at an e
- vent show.Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and compute
- r printer.The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these s
- ituations.Working hours will vary to support
- customersThe position will require travel by auto or airplane to support customer relationships. Travel may be up to 50% or more o
f the time
The anticipated pay range for this position is 129,500 – 219,000 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary sales bonus. This position is also eligible for an award target as part of Brunswick’s long-term incenti
ve program.At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the busine
ss context.This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more. Details about our benefits can be
found here.
Why
Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with nume
rous awards!
About
Navico Group Navico Group is a stand-alone division of Brunswick, the world’s largest recreational mar
ine business.Navico Group is the global leader in technology, systems and solutions for a variety of industries, from Marine & RV to Specialty Vehicles and beyond. Our broad portfolio consists of the industry's leading brands in Power Systems, Digital Systems, Fishing Systems, and Performance Components including Ancor, Attwood, B&G, BEP, Blue Sea Systems, C-MAP, CZone, Lenco, Lowrance, Marinco, MotorGuide, Mastervolt, ProMariner, RELiON, Simr
ad and Whale.Our team is committed and driven, every day, to be the most trusted supply partner to the marine and mobile industries.