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Territory Sales Manager (Baton Rouge)
Territory Sales Manager (Baton Rouge)Makita U.S.A., Inc. • Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Territory Sales Manager (Baton Rouge)

Territory Sales Manager (Baton Rouge)

Makita U.S.A., Inc. • Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Power Up Your Career with Makita USA!!!

At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That's why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.

Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary : Responsible for managing and growing Makita sales revenue within the defined territory through the proper execution of Makita's strategic initiatives and sales programs. This role primarily focuses on residential and commercial construction supply accounts and key end-user companies, while overseeing the entire territory sales revenue and account base, and promoting Makita's Best-In-Class Engineering & Innovation brand position and the extensive Makita product line.

  • This position will cover Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, and Lake Charles, Louisiana

Salary : $72,000 - $85,000 per year plus bonus potential

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Compile lists of prospective / target customers (Distribution / End-Users) for use as sales leads, based on information from business directories and publications, industry ads, trade shows, Internet Websites, and other prospecting sources, including job site surveillance.
  • Travel throughout the assigned territory to conduct Makita business, including occasional travel outside of the territory for corporate meetings, including District and National needs.
  • Display and demonstrate Makita products, including performing Makita product knowledge sessions for dealers and other audiences.
  • Provide expertise and support regarding pricing, quoting, credit terms, orders, and many other sales support and account management functions.
  • Perform business reporting functions, such as, but not limited to, sales reports, account update reports, monthly reports, call reports, expense reports, mileage reports, and other reports as needed.
  • Present, execute, and administer Corporate Sales Programs, including co-op, trade agreements, rebates, strategic initiatives, and promotions, along with other corporate programs as needed.
  • Provide input to the Marketing Department and properly utilize and distribute the Makita marketing department collateral materials, including, but not limited to, catalogs, lectures, brochures, campaigns, and point-of-purchase materials.
  • Coordinate, schedule, and execute customer support events, including, but not limited to, product knowledge training, product demonstration, national contractor training, shows and events, and joint sales calls.
  • Create and execute strategic sales growth plans and proposals for key accounts and the territory, as needed (i.e., monthly, quarterly, or annually).
  • Support the Makita accounting department as needed, including, but not limited to, new account set-up, credit applications, credit limits, credit balances, and proper communications with the Accounts Receivable team regarding exceptions.
  • Develop and continually strengthen professional relationships within all entities, internal and external, involved in our business, such as dealer sales staff, management staff, purchasing, and ownerships, including appropriate end-user key contacts and decision-makers.
  • Investigate and resolve customer issues and concerns.
  • Stay abreast of market conditions, changes, and competitor activities within the industry and territory, and communicate findings internally.
  • Be cognizant of other Makita divisions such as manufacturing and assembly, National Industrial MRO, government / GSA, Outdoor Power Equipment (OPE), and Big-Box retail, including all other divisions.
  • Understand and execute a solutions-based sales approach.
  • Support Makita National Accounts
  • Schedule account meetings, Sales update meetings, and any other meetings as required. Meetings must be conducted in a professional manner that includes written agendas, PowerPoint presentations, and sales figures etc.
  • Maintain and control Makita's assets and their records, such as vehicles, demo tools, marketing materials, product samples, etc.
  • Perform all company functions per federal, state, and municipal laws and company policies.
  • Applicant Qualities Desired :

  • Experience working in the residential and commercial construction industry.
  • Sales professionals with discipline and solution-selling skills.
  • Ability to build relationships to gain customer loyalty and penetrate accounts within the market.
  • Strong customer service skills with an ability to successfully cold call new and potential customers.
  • Strong self-motivator, able to work well independently and with others in a team environment.
  • Organizational sales skills in the above areas, including formal presentations to distributors.
  • Excellent communication skills in person, over the phone, and in writing.
  • Exceptional organizational skills.
  • Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
  • Education, Skills, and Experience Needed :

  • Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a 4-year college or university; or 4 years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 3+ years of Territory Management
  • Background in construction sales
  • Knowledge of the power tool industry and all phases of construction
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Employment Requirements :

  • Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of employment.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Safe driving record
  • The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
  • Must be able to travel extensively by car in the assigned region and by air on occasion for up to 70% of the time.
  • Our Benefits Include :

    Health & Wellness

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
  • Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
  • Financial Security

  • Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
  • Company branded vehicle provided
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
  • Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
  • Disability Coverage
  • Voluntary Coverage : Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.
  • Work-Life Balance

  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
  • Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!
  • Career Growth & Development

  • Training programs (if posting for a sales add)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Internal promotion opportunities
  • Collaborative, innovative work environment
  • Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

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