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Sales Service Representative

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Job Snapshot
Location:
Montgomery, AL (map it!Map it! )
Other Pay:
Base Salary plus Bonus and Company Car
Employee Type:
Full-Time
Industry:
Consumer Products
Manages Others:
No
Job Type:
Customer Service
Marketing
Sales
Education:
High School
Experience:
At least 2 year(s)
Travel:
Road Warrior
Division:
Architectural Division
Post Date:
11/4/2009
Contact Information
Ref ID:
Montgomery, AL
Description The Valspar Corporation, a $2.98 billion global paint and coatings manufacturer, seeks a self-motivated and independent individual for our Territory Manager position based in Montgomery, AL. Our Territory Manager will assume sales, service, and marketing responsibilities for this geographic area.

The successful candidate will service one of the largest and fastest growing home center chains in America. Key Responsibilities include:
  • Plan and prioritize sales activities and customer contact towards achieving agreed business aims, includes inventory and sales objectives
  • Manage product mix and shelf space according to agreed upon R.O.I targets
  • Work closely with store managers and internal business group personnel to meet product assortment goals and overall sales growth goals by store
  • Plan/carry out/support local marketing activities 0 ie. product launches, promotions, advertising and product demonstrations
  • Monitor and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports and information
  • Marketing, monitoring, and ordering point-of-sale merchandise and inventory
  • Conduct product training and clinics for store associates and consumers
  • Provide high level of customer service in responding to customer complaints
  • Assist retail customers with product purchases
Requirements The customer service-oriented candidate we seek will possess 2-3 years of paint sales and/or selling experience. Additional Requirements include:
  • Educational - High School Diploma or GED equivalent; College Degree preferred
  • Previous paint, retail sales and/or merchandising experience is required. Experience calling on "big box" preferred
  • Possess selling skills to write orders
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal/written)
  • Strong management skills and the ability to motivate are a plus
  • Should have excellent people, leadership and organizational skills
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Strong ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Strong detail-orientation and follow through skills
  • Computer skills (ie. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  • Ability to travel as required throughout the territory (occasional weekends and overnights)
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs
  • This position may also require climbing ladders and prolonged standing in a retail store environment

We offer a competitive salary, annual performance bonus, company car, paid expenses and an excellent comprehensive benefits package.

Please apply online via CareerBuilder.com. Salary requirements REQUIRED.


The successful candidate must complete a background check and drug screen.

NO PHONE CALLS OR FAXES WILL BE ACCEPTED


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