Regional Director of Sales - Wholesale Strategic Accounts - Western US
In short
ASSA ABLOY, a global leader in door opening solutions, is seeking a Regional Director of Sales for Wholesale Strategic Accounts in the Western US. This remote, full-time role focuses on growing brand sales and awareness by executing channel strategy, managing key customer relationships, and providing leadership to a sales team. The ideal candidate will have extensive sales experience in the door hardware/security industry and a proven track record in sales strategy development and execution.
Responsibilities
- Grow ASSA ABLOY brand sales, awareness, and product knowledge by shaping and executing the Aftermarket channel strategy.
- Drive demand with local Door Security Solutions (DSS) sales teams and targeted customers.
- Interact extensively with key influencers to drive growth, personnel training, competitive displacement, and solution upgrade opportunities.
- Develop and implement account management plans focusing on product growth, training initiatives, field sales programs, and market development funds.
- Influence, manage, and drive accountability of people without direct authority, including providing leadership support and training to Aftermarket Business Development Representatives.
- Develop and maintain close working relationships with DSS territory & regional sales leaders, channel, technology, and vertical market resources.
- Partner with ASSA ABLOY Brand Business Development, Marketing, and Training resources to develop and implement business development programs and marketing campaigns.
Requirements
- Ability to think strategically and demonstrated record of developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Good relationship-building, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to professionally interact with a diverse group of managers, employees, customers, and influencers at all levels.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and excitement about selling a full range of door opening solutions.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and time management skills.
- Strong business acumen and professional sales closing skills.
- Creative problem-solver that develops solutions for channel partners and end users.
- Good listener with the ability to decipher customer needs and issues.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to develop and present compelling presentations.
- Familiarity with key vertical markets of Education, Healthcare, Government, Fortune 500, & Multi-Family.
- Extensive U. S. overnight business travel required (approximately 60%).
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (preference for specialization in Business, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent).
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years’ sales experience in Door Hardware/Security/EAC industry preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a managerial role with responsibility for directing staff preferred.
- Program management or sales management experience/background in leadership in the door and hardware security industry or other industrial sales industry (Construction, Facilities Management, Building Materials, Electronics, etc.).
- Affiliation and interaction with key industry associations (ASIS, DHI, SHDA, ALOA, etc.).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
- Utilization and maintenance of CRM tools and other industry-related software for sales and activity reporting.
- Knowledge of ASSA ABLOY product solutions and competitive offerings preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Discretionary bonus.
- 401(k) plan.
- Medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
- Education assistance.
- Company car.
- Thirteen paid holidays.
- Additional vacation days.
- Dynamic environment, developing innovative solutions.
- Part of a fast-moving company with many opportunities.
- Support with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities.
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Job Posted
1 month ago
Expires
in 4 months
Employment Type
Full Time
WorkMode
Remote
Experience Level
Director
Locations
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Qualification
Bachelor, Master
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