Sales Manager

GFL Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off - 15 days

Medical plans (4 options) with HSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GFL Environmental, Inc. is seeking a Sales Manager to plan, coach, and direct the sales/marketing team across branch operations. You will work with the Facility/General Manager to meet branch objectives aligned with corporate goals and drive growth for sustainable solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in the waste industry, strong leadership, and the ability to travel to meet customers and close deals. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years experience in waste industry or related field.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business information.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to develop sales strategies and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and exhibit proficiency in customer and industry trend analysis.
• Maintain good customer relations by travel throughout assigned territory to meet with existing and prospective customers to assess and manage customer needs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in preparation and organization of sales presentations to major accounts by effectively displaying and demonstrating products and services and emphasizing marketable features.
• Develop and implement sales/retention strategies and plans to increase and maintain strong customer base.
• Assist in identifying acquisition candidates and participate in the acquisition and merging process with targeted businesses.
• Monitor and analyze competitor's pricing patterns as well as pricing.
• Prepare and present market plans and competitive strategies to include pricing models and bid preparation.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge of all lines of business and develop plans for new products, new product ideas and new services.
• Conduct customer waste stream analysis and develop appropriate proposals and/or quotations.
• Train and monitor performance of Sales Representatives in presentation of products, services and industry material.
• Perform periodic field sales skills assessments on all assigned subordinates. Schedule, conduct and document formal performance reviews.
• Assist other members of the branch in the completion of the budget process and monthly budget measurement/forecasting.
• Manages performance, expectations, coaching, counseling of the sales team.
• Manages CRM of the Sales Reps.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train sales team personnel.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Five+ years waste industry experience

Driver's license

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Business report writing

Ability to read general business/ regs

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The Sales Manager will plan, control, coach and direct the overall activity of the branch or assigned branches sales and marketing team. Work in conjunction with the Facility / General Manager to oversee successful achievement of the branch objectives as they correspond with corporate objectives.At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

• 15 days of paid time off.
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and exhibit proficiency in customer and industry trend analysis.
• Maintain good customer relations by travel throughout assigned territory to meet with existing and prospective customers to assess and manage customer needs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in preparation and organization of sales presentations to major accounts by effectively displaying and demonstrating products and services and emphasizing marketable features.
• Develop and implement sales/retention strategies and plans to increase and maintain strong customer base.
• Assist in identifying acquisition candidates and participate in the acquisition and merging process with targeted businesses.
• Monitor and analyze competitor's pricing patterns as well as GFL Environmental, Inc.'s pricing.
• Prepare and present market plans and competitive strategies to include pricing models and bid preparation.
• Maintain thorough product knowledge of all lines of business and develop plans for new products, new product ideas and new services.
• Conduct customer waste stream analysis and develop appropriate proposals and/or quotations.
• Train and monitor performance of Sales Representatives in presentation of products, services and industry material.
• Perform periodic field sales skills assessments on all assigned subordinates. Schedule, conduct and document formal performance reviews.
• Assist other members of the branch in the completion of the budget process and monthly budget measurement/forecasting.
• Manages performance, expectations, coaching, counseling of the sales team.
• Manages CRM of the Sales Reps.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train sales team personnel.
• Conform in all respects with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four (4) year college or university.
• Five (5) or more years experience in waste industry.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior knowledge of all product lines and equipment desired.
• Possess valid driver's license.
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical journals or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedural manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to create, design and implement solutions to general and customer specific problems.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to self-direct various assigned initiatives and to work under limited supervision.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, and climb.
• Possess ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Work involves extended periods of driving resulting in exposure to high vehicle traffic and extended periods of sitting.
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions of heat, cold and humidity.
• Noise level is usually moderate but can become loud.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.