Regional Sales Manager (Remote)
Key Skills
Job Description
PLEASE ATTACH RESUME IN ENGLISH Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking a Regional Sales Manager (RSM), who will act as the primary field representative of Samson to end users, distributor/partners, industry associations, and technical organizations. The RSM will be responsible for creating profitable revenue growth by managing existing distribution channels as well as complex technical sales projects with long lifecycles, within the scope of the Samson strategy and within an international team environment. They will also be responsible for practicing a high level of business ethics and professionalism while adhering to safety and quality guidelines in accordance with Samson strategy and core values. This is a remote position, open to applicants in the Netherlands. Who You Are: Passionate about sales and able to sell manufactured products utilizing consultative and solution driven sales techniques in a B2B environment. An excellent presenter with the ability to judge audience needs to communicate messaging effectively and concisely. A self-motivated and goal-oriented person who thrives with independent work. A people person who can build relationships at all levels in the organization and work well with a diverse group of individuals. An excellent communicator in both verbal and written forms. Attentive to details. Analytical and comfortable dealing with quantitative data and technical information. A proficient computer user with experience using Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new programs. A strong project manager. A creative problem solver, with the ability to recommend and implement solutions. Able to set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, changing environment. Trustworthy and able to handle confidential and sensitive information. What You'll Do: Present, sell, and attain maximum net income from company products and services to current and potential customers in accordance with company strategy, value propositions and competitive advantage. Manage distribution channels, independent manufacturer’s representatives, and other methods to market for the maximum benefit of Samson and the end-user. Ensure the proper representation and recognition of the Samson brand to the ultimate end-user and manages and educates distribution towards this end. Be responsible for all field sales activities in an assigned geographic territory and market or sales division. Develop and achieve short- and long-term sales goals for the Company’s products in the assigned territories and markets. Make necessary field trips, contact customers, distribution, and end-users; attend conventions and exhibitions as required to promote the sale of products in the assigned areas. Work with other field sales managers from other territories or divisions within the company in a team environment to achieve maximum results for the Company as a whole. Network with fellow division sales managers on customer contacts and application assistance as required within assigned areas. Communicate regularly with Customer Service and other teams within the company relevant customer, market, order, and product information including. Be technically knowledgeable and competent of applications within area of responsibility and provide consultation and technical solutions to customer end-user application problems. This includes splicing, terminations, chafe protection, fiber types, rope construction, etc. Be knowledgeable and conversant in all pertinent Samson literature and technical bulletins relevant to market and category. Create various sales reports to management (call reports with action items, travel schedules, expense reports, etc.) Prepare market and customer sales forecast by product as required. Communicate market information to sales management, e.g., information on competition, customer market changes. What You Should Have: Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or relevant field. Five or more years of relevant sales and/or technical experience may substitute for degree. Experience: Minimum of 3 years previous sales and technical experience with emphasis on profitable growth and strategic value-based selling. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, such as Salesforce. Experience in the Workboat market. About Us: Samson has over 140 years in the rope industry and are focused on meeting the needs of demanding customer applications. At Samson, we’re not just about developing innovative synthetic rope solutions. We also pride ourselves on providing the industry’s best service. From pre-sale to installation to post-delivery follow-up, we want to ensure that we maximize customer experiences to the fullest potential through continually inventing, refining, and optimizing our products. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of pioneers keenly focused on making products that not only meet but exceed expectations. That ambition is reflected in our culture of ingenuity and attention to detail. But at the end of the day, it’s our people, not just our products, that make Samson a dynamic company to work for. PLEASE ATTACH RESUME IN ENGLISH
Core Responsibilities
Drive profitable sales growth across the assigned territory by managing distribution channels, developing customer relationships, and selling Samson products and services. Provide technical application support, coordinate with internal and external teams, and report on sales activity, forecasts, and market developments.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a relevant field is requested, though five or more years of relevant sales or technical experience may substitute. Candidates should have at least three years of sales and technical experience, CRM experience, and Workboat market experience, along with strong communication, analytical, project management, and consultative selling skills.
About Samson Rope Technologies
Industry: Textile Manufacturing
Company size: 201-500 employees
For 140 years, Samson has been recognized as a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of high-performance synthetic ropes. Among its many innovations, Samson invented the double braid and pioneered the first high modulus polyethylene fiber ropes. Today, Samson engineers continue to pioneer the use of new fiber technology and the development of innovative coatings and constructions to produce ropes with unprecedented performance characteristics. Samson’s research and development team is meeting an ever expanding market need for products with exceptional performance in critical applications. The company's unwavering commitment to research, development, and a unique package of field engineering and after-sale support services has resulted in stronger and more durable products for a diverse range of commercial and recreational users. Samson’s engineers use time-tested nylon, polyester and polypropylene fibers in conjunction with newer developments in fiber technology, including Technora® and high-molecular weight polyethylene (HMPE, such as Dyneema® fiber). The result – products that raise the bar of performance and quality for Samson customers. Samson’s commitment to customers includes field engineering consultation and support, products custom-designed to solve a specific customer problem or application, and after-sale support including residual strength testing, customer-specific operating manuals, and field inspection.