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As a Distribution Regional Manager – North Central region for Husqvarna Construction, you manage and generate profitable sales within the relevant channels through the creation and execution of annual strategic sales plans and by maintaining and expanding regional customer base. This position is critical for ensuring our competitive advantage by driving regional sales growth.
The territory encompasses North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky. Residency within this territory is mandatory, with a strong preference for candidates based in Chicago, IL.
Structuring of sales territories within region based on existing and potential market
Coordinating business review of direct reports
Coordinating product training for region
Conducting performance appraisals and providing regular performance feedback and development opportunities to employees
Ensuring proper training and continual reinforcement on CFS and CRM
Recruiting, developing and retaining talent
Identifying needs of field employees and helping to find solutions
Maintaining strong relationships with internal and external customers
Maintain at least quarterly ride-alongs with direct reports
Responsible for maintaining and monitoring budget
Responsible for forecasting product categories within region
Responsible for presenting at quarterly regional business review
Conducting business review meetings with decision makers of identified major customers
Conducting competitive analysis of market conditions annually
Providing input for Marketing/Sales promotions
Create, communicate, and manage sales promotions and spiffs within region
Recommending the addition, deletion or improvement of products and services
Maintain individual CRM and monitor direct reports CRM usage
Approving direct reports’ expense reporting in a timely fashion
Monitoring car stock of direct reports
Communicating with various internal departments as necessary
Monitoring department’s monthly expenses compared to budgets
Providing update and graded KPIs to manager and direct reports quarterly
Submitting personal travel expenses in a timely fashion
Position-specific Competencies
Making new contacts and building and developing relationships
Self-reliance and self-management
Able to respond quickly and work at faster pace than normal, while getting results
Solid market knowledge
Working knowledge of HCP business processes
Expert level in product and application knowledge within relevant categories
Competency in full range of product categories to identify leads and create cross selling opportunities
Proficiency in CRM, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Solid Technical Ability
Solid knowledge of CFS (Customer Focused Sales)
Solid presentation and communications skills, ability to communicate to all levels within accounts
Solid negotiations skills
Highly proficient in Excel, data management, and analytics
4 years’ experience in Sales required
BS in Business Admin or other applicable degree preferred
Experience working in analytics-based sales organizations
Overnight travel 60-75% of the time
Work entirely on the road or from home office
Heavy PC use
Daily, weekly, monthly and annual deadlines
WHY JOIN HUSQVARNA?
We are one of the world’s oldest startups, passionate about our work, proud of our history and curious about the future. We look for opportunities to grow by stepping out of our comfort zone and are committed to finding sustainable solutions for the future. We have built an environment that encourages close teamwork and support for one another.
Check us out at www.husqvarnaconstruction.com
We offer:
Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at date of hire
A 401(k) with matching and no vesting
An employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products
An education assistance program
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Husqvarna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and termination. Husqvarna prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; national origin; gender; sexual orientation; pregnancy; age; disability; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
The anticipated salary wage range for candidates who will work in Illinois or Minnesota is $125,000.00 -150,000.00. plus bonus opportunity. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc. Husqvarna is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.
Husqvarna Group is a global leading producer of outdoor power products for forest, park and garden care. Sustainability is integrated into our business. Creating a strong company fit for the future demands the ingenuity and courage of our people, forward-thinking leadership in our organization and the insights of our strategic partners.
Working at our company means being part of our long and proud history. More than 330 years of innovation has shaped the company and contributed to the passion that drives our employees and the company forward. The Group has grown and now includes 12,300 employees in 40 countries and our products are sold in 100 countries under brands such as Husqvarna, Gardena, Flymo, and Orbit Irrigation. The range includes robotic lawnmowers, chainsaws, trimmers, riding lawnmowers and garden irrigation.
With our passion for innovation we continue to shape great experiences!
Do you want to be part of Husqvarna Group and pursue a challenging career in an international environment? Read about our job openings and trainee programs here: husqvarnagroup.com/career
