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New Orleans, LA, US
What are we looking for
At Cosentino, we are looking for an Architect, Design & Accounts Manager to join our Distribution team in Mobile, AL who will have the opportunity to work in a multinational environment, in full expansion, surrounded by numerous challenging projects that you can be part of.
What you will do
As a Hybrid AM / ADSM you will be responsible for developing, managing, and growing Cosentino's commercial & Builder sales division with product awareness, acceptance, and sales to the designated accounts and contract design & commercial segments for both interior and exterior applications.
Develop and execute strategies to increase and reach long and short-term sales plans for stone surfacing products within the territory.
Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients within the remodel, home improvement, cabinet makers, builders and fabrication.
Responsible for overall sales of the assigned territory.
Customer Service
Ensure customers have adequate marketing materials to support sales, including samples, brochures and other collateral supplies, such as display towers.
Manage customer relationships by resolving client concerns, ensuring customers are set up in CRM System, providing price quotes, scheduling weekly visits, etc.
Increase market share by elevating the number of displays and point-of-purchase materials within assigned territory.
Account Management
Maintain a constant awareness of the markets and pursue profitable opportunities by executing and communicating marketing initiatives (i.e. pricing, promotions, product changes).
Manage account report, own sales budget, and maintain discipline to stay within assigned sales and expense budgets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
Assist with corporate account roll out programs on a regional basis as needed. This task may require travel outside of the assigned geography to call on owners, fabricators and installation contractors to facilitate and manage successful multi-location roll out programs. Advanced notice will be given to employee regarding travel.
Business Development
Actively represent and promote Cosentino to the community in the commercial construction & builder industry by hosting and attending local chapter events for ASID, IIDA, AIA & HBA along with other targeted associations.
Develop, establish, and grow relationships with all builders, architects, designers, fabricators, general contractors, developers and property managers by scheduling appointments, meetings or other personal sales efforts.
Manage the sales development of Cosentino surfacing products with various interior and exterior applications within the core geography by maintaining a constant awareness of markets and pursuing profitable opportunities focused on organizational growth.
Commit to continual learning and knowledge of Cosentino Surfacing Products, the proper application and specification requirements along with fabrication and installation process to ensure proper use and overall customer satisfaction.
Prepare action plans to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made.
Collaborate with Cosentino Corporate staff, Cosentino Center staff and other Account Managers as needed to accomplish goals.
Work with General Manager and Sales Team to execute business strategy for all customer segments in the area (home centers, K&B, Fabricators, etc.).
Assist in the development of annual sales and marketing plans by providing recommendations to senior management with key sales information related to the market and region.
Evaluate, negotiate, close, and execute contracts / agreements for materials, installation and services, as well as the sales positioning in model homes, design centers and showrooms.
What you need to succeed
EXPERIENCE
4+ years of sales or field merchandising experience.
2+ years of commercial and builder sales experience.
Stone fabrication or distribution experience.
Experience with Customer database, Salesforce preferred.
EDUCATION
High School / GED.
Bachelor's degree in Business or related field.
SKILLS
Communication: Oral & Written. Capacity to interact with multiple levels within all phases of commercial industry projects.
Capacity to develop workshops or industry-related events.
What we do offer
With an international mindset and presence in 80+ countries.
With an amazing growth story, sustained by extraordinary innovation with products such as Silestone, Dekton and Sensa by Cosentino.
In which you will be able to grow your career and develop your leadership skills.
Wage Range:
The annual starting salary for this position is between $65,000 – 75,000 annually + 25% bonus structure paid quarterly.
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography / market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for a potential annual award depending on individual performance and company performance, in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, including Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability and Basic Life and Supplemental Insurance. You will also be eligible to enroll in our 401(k) Retirement Plan, starting the first of the month.
Paid time off:
Vacation time will be accrued monthly and will be subject to change per the Company's policy updates. 5 days of sick time. Full-time employees will receive 2 floating holidays to use each year. If hired after July 1, employees receive 1 floating holiday to use for that calendar year.
The compensation and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
About Cosentino
At COSENTINO, our purpose is to inspire people through innovative and sustainable spaces. We are the world-leading producer of architectural and decorative surfaces. Our products are designed to provide innovative and functional solutions for either home and business spaces, such as kitchen and baths worktops, outdoor open spaces, facades, etc. Innovation, sustainability, functionality, and beauty describe our value proposition to the different market stakeholders and end clients.
With a presence in more than 100 countries and 5 continents, our business keeps growing consistently in all the geographies, as well as career opportunities for talented people like you.
Cosentino is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Cosentino is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Cosentino are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Cosentino will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
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