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BDS Marketing Sennheiser Full Time Senior Market Development Manager - New York City, NY in New York City, New York
Sennheiser Full Time Senior Market Development Manager - New York City, NY
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PURPOSE:
The Senior Market Development Manager is responsible for representing Sennheiser, designer of premium audio products, by providing advocacy based services at selected retail locations in an assigned territory. This role will drive sales, ensure the product is being represented correctly and build good relationships within the stores. In addition, this position will be responsible for managing seasonal, part-time sales staff in designated territories.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Increase client’s sales by increasing sales associates’ rate of recommendation and creating brand champions at retail
Manage a part time sales team in areas including but not limited to; hiring and training of employees, performance evaluation, management and engagement
Conduct store visits and ride-along with part time sales associates in assigned territory
Provide program direction and development to the part time sales team; conduct team conference and coaching calls with team
Create and implement promotional and special events to provide product demonstrations and sales presentations for consumers
Schedule and manage store visits and brand events in designated territory
Complete all administrative duties in accordance with BDS program standards and expectations to include but not limited to; store reporting, presentations, analytics, scheduling, and conference call attendance
Other functions as requested by management
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of 3 years of related product and industry experience with a focus on selling and product training
Minimum 3 years’ experience in retail/sales; especially field sales environment
Previous experience in people management preferred, specifically remote employee supervision
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
Strong presentation and
Must be able to manage change and unpredictability with positivity and the utmost professionalism
Excellent customer service skills
Detail oriented, reliable and excellent follow through
Strong problem-solving ability
Self-motivated and must be able to work well independently
Organized with strong multi-tasking and time management skills
Computer Skills: Proficient in Internet Explorer with basic experience in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point applications highly desirable
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Regularly stand, walk, talk and/or hear
Occasionally bend over, reach overhead, crouch, grasp, push or pull
Frequently carrying and lifting something into stores up to 10 lbs
Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Regularly travel within market by use of personal vehicle or other modes of transportation
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
BDS Marketing, LLC. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDSmktg is an award-winning retail marketing and sales agency. With over 30 years of experience guiding customers through the buying journey, they are experts at powering sales for the world’s top brands. BDSmktg offers their clients fully integrated solutions that drive brand demand and sell-through: Research, Brand Advocacy, Digital, Retail Readiness, and Retail Environments. Founded in 1984, BDS Marketing, LLC. is headquartered in Irvine, California with regional offices in Chicago, Illinois and Columbus, Ohio. For more information, visit www.BDSmktg.com.