Area Manager - Chicago Metro area

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Area Manager

Location: Chicago Metropolitan Area (Chicagoland)

Department: Rust-Oleum US Sales

Reports To: Zone Manager

Direct Reports/Manages others: No

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

Summary:

As our Area Manager for Pro Channel, you are responsible for driving sales and represent Rust-Oleum's 14 platforms of products to independent paint dealers and professional paint contractors within the assigned geographic territory based in the Chicago, IL metro area. This individual will work from a home-based office within the territory in which they will service. Travel accounts for 40-50% of the time within the territory.

Responsibilities: Here's what you can expect every day:
Maintain regular contact with customers to identify business opportunities, and to present new products. Identify customer needs to facilitate product recommendations, and planogram recommendations. Weekly/Monthly planning of calls dealer at the corporate level as well as store visits Work with customer service to assure customer satisfaction on orders and set pricing. Manage territory expense budgets. Achieve quarterly sales objectives Qualifications:
1 - 3 years of previous paint & coatings outside sales experience is preferred. Associates or Bachelor's degree in a business related field and/or equivalent work experience preferred. Prior experience in a sales service role with demonstrated success in customer retention. Must possess a valid Driver's License and have maintained a motor vehicle record within acceptable limits as prescribed by Rust-Oleum. Previous retail selling experience strongly desired, paint store dealer experience a plus. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, SAP, Power BI and various Internet applications. Working knowledge PowerPoint and presentation skills are key From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.

We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
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