JOB DESCRIPTION
Employer Description
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long standing, stable company, combines over 185 years of experience in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Account Manager - Retail is responsible for overseeing multiple category segments, with a focus on restoration and automotive products. Additionally, the Retail Sales Manager will be responsible for selling well-established brands to traditional retail accounts, driving sales growth, and developing long-term customer relationships.
Supervision Responsibility
None
Essential Duties
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties. The list below is intended to be illustrative of the responsibilities of this position and is not all encompassing, nor does it constitute an employment agreement, and the duties may change at any time.
Sales & Business Development: Manage and grow sales across multiple product segments, including restoration and automotive. Develop and maintain relationships with retail accounts to expand product reach and increase sales volume. Identify new business opportunities and execute strategies to maximize revenue. Create retailer-specific support programs to enhance gained distribution and create brand strength for future growth.
Account Management: Act as the primary point of contact for retail partners, ensuring a high level of customer service. Negotiate contracts, pricing, and promotional opportunities with retail buyers. Develop annual plans and planning cycle with retail partners to ensure we maximize placement and support of placement. Monitor sales performance and implement strategies to achieve or exceed targets. Proactive approach to developing white space with innovation & differentiation within segments.
Market & Product Expertise: Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences. Provide insights to internal teams to enhance product offerings and marketing strategies. Conduct product training and demonstrations for retail partners to drive engagement and sales.
Operational Execution: Work cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of sales initiatives. Analyze sales data and market trends to adjust strategies as needed. Manage inventory levels in coordination with retail accounts to optimize product availability. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, certification and/or licensure required. An equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the essential duties and meet the necessary employment standards may be considered.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing / Business Management required. Three years of sales experience in retail, automotive, restoration, or related industries required.
Certifications
None
Hiring Range
Between $86K - $105K annually
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability. Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background screening. Accepting applications through May 31, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as received and on-going interviews will be conducted as necessary. Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Customers and patients are at the heart of our business, and we are committed to providing exceptional care to them.
Your duties in this role will be varied and include:
Welcoming customers into store
Booking in eye tests
Pre-screening patients
Providing style advice
Measuring frames
Taking phone calls
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career.
Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice.
Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language.
It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as its perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives.Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Functional Skills Level 2 maths and English can be obtained on the course if you dont already hold these qualifications
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will work towards achieving a Level 3 qualification in optical and gain experience in a busy optical practice
Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such, you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part-time working are often possible
You could go on to acquire higher-level optical qualifications such as:
Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician.
Contact lens Optician - fit contact lenses
Low vision specialist - helps people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non Optical aids such as bump-ons
Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions
Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and ophthalmic lenses
In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others
Other non-clinical roles:
Practice Management- you could complete a management course
Practice ownership- you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise
Employer Description:Customers and patients are at the heart of our business, and we are committed to providing exceptional care to them. We want to be the first choice for their health and beauty needs. We also offer innovative 'only at Boots' exclusive brands such as No7, a leading UK skincare brand, Soap and Glory and Liz Earle, all delivered with the great value our customers love.Working Hours :7.5 hours per day 5 days a week. Day off varies according to business needs. Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
