Regional Sales Manager, Pest Control (Life Sciences / Zoecon Professional Products)

Description

Central Garden & Pet Company is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet, lawn and garden supplies markets. Our Central Life Sciences Structural Pest Control and Vector business (Zoëcon Professional Products) is focused on delivering insect management solutions in the professional mosquito control market and the professional structural pest control market. We are seeking a  Regional Sales Manager  to manage our accounts in the Midwestern States of Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Wisconsin and Michigan.

The desired candidate will be responsible for expanding current sales and driving new account revenue through key distributors and end-users primarily in the pest control market, but will also provide occasional support to our Vector control division as needed. Candidates should be flexible and willing to step in on Vector-related sales opportunities, although this will not be a primary responsibility. This role is a remote, home office-based field sales position.  Desirable candidates will most likely reside in the Chicago area, applicants from nearby markets such as Indianapolis, Cleveland, or Cincinnati areas with easy access to a metro airport will be considered.

Please see our web site for additional company information – www.central.com , www.centrallifesciences.com and www.zoecon.com

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Implement company sales and marketing directives and achieve sales plans
• Develop and maintain account base through strategic sales efforts including customer training and industry trade shows
• Provide accurate and timely sales forecasts for all assigned segments
• Create and execute account specific programs designed to achieve profitable sales volume
• Optimize distribution and account coverage
• Work seamlessly with management team to deliver tactical sales results
• Create and present sales, educational and training program and presentations
• Account Management and Development - Acts as primary Central Life Sciences representative for assigned accounts; takes responsibility for ensuring that account information is complete and current
• Information Management - Gathers or supervises the collection of all relevant industry information, with emphasis on key account information and reports regularly on competitive, regulatory, technical and other developments that affect Central Life Sciences products and services
• Program Execution - Ensures that program information is communicated to assigned customers in accurate and timely manner.
• Industry Involvement - Attends key industry functions, including conventions, seminars and meetings and also maintains active involvement in industry associations, serving on association committees as appropriate

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POSITION INFORMATION :

This position pays $90,000 - $110,000 annually (based on experience and location) and a business travel mileage reimbursement program. This role is also eligible for a sales incentive bonus based on plan parameters and achievement of sales goals.

BENEFITS PACKAGE & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS :

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ : CENT), (NASDAQ : CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro

, Aqueon

, Cadet

, C&S

, Farnam

, Ferry-Morse

, Four Paws

, Kaytee

, Nylabone

and Pennington

, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit  www.central.com  to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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