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District Sales Manager (Northern California) - Indian Motorcycle & Slingshot

District Sales Manager (Northern California) - Indian Motorcycle & Slingshot

PolarisSacramento, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

District Sales Manager (Northern California) Indian Motorcycle & Slingshot

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

The Retail Experience Manager (internal business title for DSM) is responsible for the in-store execution of the motorcycle division's go-to-market plans as well as growing both Motorcycle unit sales and parts, garments and accessories (PG&A) business within the assigned territory (Northern California, Nevada and Idaho.) Through strategic partnerships with business units, Dealer Demand team and dealers, the REM is responsible for driving customer satisfaction, and dealer and business unit profitability by delivering Motorcycle unit sales, PG&A revenue and stocking goals. The REM will also be responsible for in-store retail experience, including merchandising of whole good units, branded accessories, and apparel. The REM will execute in-store product and customer experience training, as well as support local and regional events and ensure dealers are compliant with brand standards. The ideal candidate would be located within 60 miles of Sacramento to maximize proximity to dealer network.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

Retail

  • Works with dealerships to identify opportunity gaps using Key Performance Indicators.
  • Works with the dealer to implement corrective measures to eliminate constraints in the dealer's sales process.

Parts, Garments, Accessories Performance

  • Works with dealerships to meet division stocking and inventory goals of branded parts, garments and accessories, inclusive of stocking and minimizing obsolete inventory
  • Ensures proper in-store and online sales processes to maximize dealer PG&A profitability
  • Solicits and maintains compliance of PG&A stocking profiles
  • Optimize the buying experience through robust PG&A merchandising
  • Develop and execute PG&A retail plans
  • In Store Retail Experience

  • Lead showroom merchandising and accessorizing strategies to improve the overall retail experience.
  • Communicates merchandising successes, opportunities, and solutions to sales leadership and PG&A teams to drive results.
  • Drives sales and profitability through proper merchandising and overall presentation of motorcycles and PG&A within assigned dealerships. (on floor, on walls, on units)
  • Drive PG&A performance and profitability through the implementation of a PG&A sales process ensuring strong integration into the new unit sales process
  • Ensure product displays are set timely and correctly based on merchandising fundamentals and designated planograms ensuring dealer partners are upholding the integrity of the IMC & Slingshot brands.
  • Work with dealers to maintain proper inventory through the setting of appropriate stocking profiles through a retail-driven perspective.
  • Direct dealers to proper resources, communicate with internal partners and escalate when appropriate to quickly resolve issues with win / win solutions.
  • Customer Experience

  • Lead customer-first mindset across the assigned dealer network
  • Review customer satisfaction measurement tools and KPIs to understand strengths and opportunities to ensure industry-leading customer satisfaction in assigned territory.
  • Implement corrective and preventative procedures in store to ensure positive customer experience and dealer ratings.
  • Train

  • Deliver training to dealer sales staff in critical areas of sales process and product knowledge to include motorcycle and related garment and accessory products and business practices
  • Deliver training to improve dealer customer satisfaction in the dealership
  • Ensure dealer staff is current on required training modules
  • Audit

  • Protect and grow share of store : Manage share of floor, wall and displays for each motorcycle brand
  • Confirm proper point of purchase materials set in store and online
  • Sell-in and monitors division branding requirements.
  • Event Support

  • Supports the motorcycle field sales, events, and marketing teams in the planning and on-site execution of national, regional, and local sales events
  • Enhances customer experience at events by providing a consistent, professional representation of the Indian Motorcycle and Slingshot brands.
  • Brand Advocate

  • Cultivate positive relationships with dealership teams
  • Maintain front-of-mind brand awareness and brand loyalty
  • SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field strongly preferred
  • 2-3 years of business and / or retail experience required; Business to Business sales and Powersports industry experience preferred
  • Strong ability to influence decision-making and construct a business case to accomplish desired business unit goals.
  • Working knowledge of dealer systems and processes and merchandising within a retail operation; ideally within a 2-tier distribution model
  • Ability to apply value selling principles and win through influencing is essential
  • Understanding, appreciation, and passion for the motorcycle industry
  • Proficient in all MS Office software suites
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Must appreciate and maintain the highest level of customer service through relationship building and meeting commitments.
  • Works semi-independently while taking direction / advice from manager and senior team members. Communicating improvement recommendations to senior team members.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Must be willing to reside in the territory, preferred location is within 60 miles of Sacramento area, but willing to discuss alternatives in the Northern California region
  • Road Warrior Extensive daily travel within a territory of up to 80%.
  • Monthly travel could include up to eight overnights or more.
  • Will be responsible for monthly travel to dealerships located in Northern California, Nevada and Idaho
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting.
  • Required to stand on a cement floor for long periods of time.
  • Some travel to remote locations and Polaris corporate locations may be required
  • Work from your home office with support from the corporate location
  • The pay range for California is $66,000 to $87,000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. Polaris is a total compensation company. This role is eligible for our variable compensation program (paid out monthly and quarterly) and our annual bonus program, based on metrics around company performance, district performance, and individual performance. Additionally, Polaris offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, which we encourage you to discuss with us.

    To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

    We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

    At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

    About Polaris

    As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE : PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER, RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles;

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