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The Valspar Corporation is one of the largest global coatings manufacturers in the world, providing coatings and coating intermediates to a wide variety of customers. Since 1806, Valspar has been dedicated to bringing customers the latest innovations, the finest quality, and the best customer service in the coatings industry.
With more than 9,500 employees in over 25 countries, Valspar is in a truly unique position to supply customers with the coating solutions they need. Our products include:
- Paints, varnishes, and stains for the do-it-yourself and professional markets
- Coatings and inks for rigid packaging, particularly food and beverage cans
- Factory applied coatings for industrial customers and original equipment manufacturers
- Automotive refinish and specialty coatings
- High performance floor coatings for industrial, commercial, and sports flooring applications
- Polymers and dispersions for paint and coatings manufacturers, and more Interior protective coatings and external basecoats and overvarnishes with highest abrasion resistance for aluminum monobloc aerosol cans and bottle cans
- Basecoats and internal protective coatings for aluminum collapsible tubes Matt, soft-feel and other special effect coatings for plastic and glass containers for the cosmetic industry
- UV varnishes, water based varnishes and laminating adhesives for the Graphic Arts market
- Primers, coatings and varnishes for industrial coils on steel, HDG and aluminum for the building industry
Headquartered in Minneapolis, MN, our diverse array of products makes us one of the most complete suppliers anywhere, and the sixth largest paint and coatings company in the world.
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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 Reno, NV. 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
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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