Field Sales Manager

Job Description
Job Description
Position Overview:
This position will be vital in business development, building and maintaining customer relations between SSF (our sales and operational staff) with our customers, and intelligence gathering. This will ensure we are reaching sales objectives, as well as supporting the sales team. Essential Job Functions
Responsible for business development of SSF customer base and support of sales growth through organic growth and development of new customer business.

Candidates must be able to commute within & service one of the designated markets:
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Boston, MA
Norwalk, CT
Syosset, NY
Newark, NJ
Philadelphia, PA
Arlington, VA
Baltimore, MD
Seattle, WA
Denver, CO
Houston, TX
Chicago, IL
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Review and analysis of all sales reporting to make recommendations to support of sales objectives and targets
Visit and establish working relationships with SSF customers and serve as second point of contact after the assigned salesperson.

Educate customers on new products, promotions, and tools to drive additional sales growth
Report and resolve customers service-related issues pertaining to sales, service, and product
Work with Product Managers to enhance and improve existing product lines
Prepare market evaluation reporting for evaluation of management team on marketing conditions, competition activities, promotions response, and opportunities for growth.

Keep records of all field call visits and results to current and potential customers
Special projects as needed
Requirements
A background in auto parts distribution is a significant plus, especially in the German and Swedish wholesale parts business
Ability to multi-task, prioritize and resolve customer issues in a prompt and courteous manner
Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure
Valid Driver’s License
Clean driving record, insurable by SSF under company policy
Work consistent with SSF Employee Handbook, guidelines, policies and procedures
Maintain a professional attitude with all SSF employees, customers, vendors and visitors
Maintain a safe working environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-based environment, as well as independently
Other Skills/Abilities
Excellent listening and probing skills
Bilingual in any language a plus
Working proficiency in PC based communications, Internet, Email, MS Office
PC literate
Attention to detail
Good oral and written communication skills
Pay Details
Base pay $80,000-$95,000 depending on experience.

Benefits to joining the SSF Team! Up to 19 days of accrued paid time off annually
8 paid holidays
401(k) match up to 4%
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Flexible spending account
Employee Assistance Program
Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
Employee Referral Program
SSF Imported Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer.