Sales Manager Job Opening

Job Responsibilities

• Visit prospective accounts and customers to promote products, build relationships and gather information. Monitor sales performance to ensure that goals are met.
• Listen to and resolve customer complaints regarding services, products or personnel. Prepare sales and inventory reports.
• Develop methods and procedures to increase sales, expand markets, and promote business- remain current on new products, and product offerings of company and competitors.
• Develop smooth, efficient and accurate relationships with Inside Sales and Production Support.
• Attend company meetings to exchange product information, learn about new products and share best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years of Pressure Treated Wood industry experience or business to business sales experience required
• Knowledge of procurement market and competitive pricing preferred.
• Basic computer skills required
• Ability to prepare detailed and complex reports utilizing prescribed procedures
• Thorough knowledge of computer systems, internet (including but not limited to e-mail) as well as word, database, spreadsheet, graphic, presentation and communication processing programs
• Must possess superior industry and product knowledge
• Must have the ability and the motivation to continually seek new accounts, maintain existing accounts and efficiently manage growth of the business
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing Must be able to communicate and develop effective relationships with customers, executive leaders and community members
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations accurately and efficiently
• Must be able to maintain composure and perform effectively under pressure, develop and grow customer relationships and display a positive outlook during any, and all, situations
• Must be willing and able to travel based upon requirements of the position with occasional weekend travel; required travel is 75%
• Must be willing to reside within sales territory (MS, AL, AR)
• Must be neatly groomed and present a good appearance at all times
• Must possess a current, valid driver's license with exceptional driving record
• Must provide own reliable vehicle and insurance within required limits

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law or by any applicable state or local law.