Sales Manager at GPAC
Maple Grove, MN 55311
About the Job
Sales Manager
We are seeking a seasoned Sales Manager with experience in Distribution Sales to join our dynamic and expanding team! In this role, you will spearhead efforts to drive sales growth, foster enduring customer relationships, and lead a motivated sales team to meet revenue goals effectively. The Sales Manager will also collaborate closely with the marketing team to craft engaging promotional campaigns and create impactful sales materials, utilizing comprehensive market analysis and competitive insights.
Job Type: Full Time, On-site
Responsibilities for the Sales Manager:
- Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets in the building materials, lumber, and construction supplies market.
- Lead and mentor a sales team, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to maximize their productivity and effectiveness.
- Occasionally travel between store locations to meet with Sales teams and operations staff.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, contractors, and construction professionals to generate new business opportunities and foster customer loyalty.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional campaigns and sales materials that effectively showcase the company's product offerings and competitive advantages.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities for product improvement and market expansion.
- Oversee the sales process, from lead generation to order fulfillment, ensuring seamless coordination with internal departments and timely delivery of products to customers.
- Analyze sales data and prepare reports for management, providing insights and recommendations to enhance sales performance and market positioning.
Requirements of the Sales Manager:
- Minimum 5 years of Sales and Management experience in the Lumber, Construction, and Building Material industries.
- Highly knowledgeable in Building Materials and Construction Supplies.
- Demonstrated sales success over a long period.
- Leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop salespeople.
- Excellent communication and customer relation skills.
- Proficient utilizing Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.