Hard Surface Territory Manager

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. seeks a Hard Surface Territory Manager to maintain and grow profitability and market share in assigned territory, focusing on dealer relationships and sample program execution.

The role requires field sales experience, the ability to travel within North Carolina, lift sample boards, and manage sales reporting using Salesforce.com. A high school diploma or GED is required, with completion of Shaw trainee programs considered in lieu of experience.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED and 1 year of sales experience required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of the Shaw sales trainee program can be substituted for experience.
• Must reside in the market.
• Must be able to travel in a vehicle that can carry product sample boards (van/SUV).
• Ability to lift samples and build displays, up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Flexible schedule that may include some evenings.
• Proven experience using a laptop and MS Windows software including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Make daily sales calls on existing customers with emphasis on hard surface flooring products, samples, displays and related products.
• Present products to retail dealers, designers and end-users and analyze leads from corporate reports.
• Sell and construct display racks weighing 50 lbs or more.
• Prospect for new accounts while understanding the local market dynamics.
• Prepare and communicate periodic sales reports and analyze sales data.
• Enter customer interactions into Salesforce.com and manage key information.
• Promote Shaw Floors, Anderson Tuftex, and Philly Commercial to customers.

Skills

Sales experience

MS Office

Negotiation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Salesforce.com

Job description

Hard Surface Territory Manager

Position Overview

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a leader in flooring and other surface solutions designed for residential housing, commercial spaces and outdoor environments. Leveraging strengths in design, innovation and operational excellence, the company takes a people-centered, customer-focused, and growth-minded approach to meet diverse market needs. It creates differentiated customer experiences through its expansive portfolio of brands: Anderson Tuftex, COREtec, Shaw Floors, Patcraft, Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Sports Turf, Shawgrass, Southwest Greens, Watershed Geo and more. Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $5 billion in annual sales and approximately 18,000 associates worldwide. Shaw's Residential Sales Division is hiring a Territory Manager for Hard Surface Flooring who will maintain and increase Shaw’s profitability and market share in their assigned a geographical area. This is accomplished through the development of great relationships with the flooring dealer customers based on knowledge, service, trust and integrity. Business growth will be accomplished through the implementation of major market programs and services and sample placement. This role will cover Fayetteville, Sandhills, Goldsboro, Clayton, and Greenville, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Daily sales calls on existing customers with special emphasis on the sale hard surface flooring products, samples, displays, adhesive, and related floor products.
• Present products to the retail dealers, designers and end-users as well as analyze all leads provided by corporate reports.
• Sell and construct display racks weighing 50lbs or more on a regular basis.
• Continually prospect for viable new accounts while developing a keen awareness of what is happening within their designated geographic area.
• Prepare reports of business transactions and sales reports showing sales volume and potential sales.
• Prepare and communicate periodic sales reports outlining actual sales information and goals, competitive market conditions and product needs.
• Analyze sales statistics by reviewing computer reports specific to his/her territory to aid in formulating goals and to assist dealers in promoting sales.
• Analyze and control travel and entertainment expenditures as well as sample budget to conform to budgetary requirements.
• Enter all customer interactions and key information into Salesforce.com.
• Responsible for selling and promoting all residential products including Shaw Floors, Anderson Tuftex, and Philly Commercial and educating customers on these products.

Required Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED and 1 year of sales experience required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Completion of the Shaw sales trainee program can be substituted for experience.
• Must reside in the market.
• Must be able to travel in a vehicle that can carry a number of product sample boards requiring a van or an approved SUV.
• Ability to lift samples and build displays, up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include some evenings.
• Proven experience using a laptop computer and basic Microsoft Windows software including MS Office.

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with outside sales of flooring solutions and interior design.
• Completion of the Shaw sales trainee program can be substituted for experience.
• Must be self-motivated and possess good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• History of conducting oneself professionally both in the workplace and the community.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and navigate ambiguity and a team player.

Competencies

• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Initiate Action
• Deliver Compelling Communication
• Build Trusting Relationships

Vehicle & Travel Requirements

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. requires the Residential Territory Managers to operate and maintain a specific vehicle while conducting business due to the size and volume of flooring samples. The approved vehicle classes are SUVs or van-sized vehicles and must meet a minimum storage space requirement. In keeping with our company’s sustainability commitment, Shaw Industries encourages the use of hybrid or other high fuel efficiency automobiles.

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Equal Opportunity Employer

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A History of Success, a Future of Possibility

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same.

Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc.

supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.

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