Painters Supply & Equipment
Business Development Manager- Specialty Coatings
Painters Supply & Equipment, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Job Type
Full-time
Description
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER- SPECIALTY COATINGS
Why Work for Painters Supply & Equipment?
401(k) program with company matchGenerous benefits package for full time employees:Medical, Dental and VisionCompany paid life and disability insurance3 weeks Paid Time OffCompetitive compensation programA great work environment with career advancement opportunities!Business Development Manager (BDM) - Specialty Coatings Division.
The BDM is responsible for meeting or exceeding region performance goals by servicing paint and coatings customers in the General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Wood Finishing, Mil-Spec, and Architectural Coatings markets. Additionally, the BDM is responsible for targeting, soliciting, and securing new business; servicing and growing existing accounts; learning and understanding product lines; preparing/creating sales related documentation; and developing strong customer relationships
In business since 1952, Painters Supply & Equipment, Co. is a leading distributor of automotive and specialty paints, coatings, associated products and equipment in the automotive refinish and specialty coatings market. We are proud to supply our customers with world-leading products from manufacturers such as PPG, 3M and Norton. Painters Supply has expanded to more than 50 stores in 12 states, servicing over 10,000+ customers. We are seeking dedicated and talented people to help provide industry-leading service to our customers and to support our company's fast growth!!
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
SALES
Maintain and grow current accountsIdentify, solicit, and secure new businessDevelop and execute region sales plan consistent with budgetary goalsDelivers exceptional service to customers by understanding and proactively responding to their needs.Gains and maintains knowledge of market and actively competes/works to increase market share.Coordinate outside sales activities with Specialty Coatings Director, Region Sales Team, and Credit Department.Develops strong partnerships with sales team, branch employees and vendor representatives.Conduct sales calls and presentations to prospective and existing customers.Maintains effective, ongoing interaction with all vendors, to maximize utilization of cost-effective resources.Familiarize self with all product lines, to include application and best practicesAssists customers with product selection and application, to develop expert relationships.Develops sales presentations and promotions to facilitate growth within existing account and to develop new accounts.Conducts product demonstrations with customers and factory representatives.Prepares/creates necessary documentation and reporting.Prepares and submits accurate and timely activity reports.CUSTOMER SERVICE
Investigates and follows up with all customer and Quality Management System concerns.Monitors and tracks customer back orders and provides customers with technical and marketing training as needed.Assists customers in determining inventory levels, color verification and field color formulations.Ensures proper documentation for all consigned inventory and equipment per Quality Management System (QMS) Work Instructions.MARKETING
Collects and maintains customer, territory, and target informationIdentifies current market competitors and performance levels.Collaborates with vendors in planning, targeting, and market growth efforts.Exhibits the ability to articulate company value propositionDevelops, implements, and maintains action plans to meet and exceed targeted revenue and profitability targets for new and existing customers.Prepares sales call reports, proposals, forecasts, and business plans.MANAGEMENT
Controls expenses within projected budgets, maintains records and documentation for required submission as needed.Actively researches General Industry and Commercial Coatings information through company training, trade journals, seminars etc.Knowledge of sales goals and ability to formulate a plan of action to attain Company measures.ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Attends and participates in all sales meetings.Participates in special project assignments and completes additional duties as needed.Assists in store operations during times needed, i.e. vacation, personal, medical absences etc.Assists with inside customer service as needed, to include processing customer orders per QMS Work Instructions.Conducts self in a professional manner to ensure exceptional quality and customers service expectations are met.Ability to work all scheduled hours as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.Overnight Travel: 25%PHYSICAL AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Required to lift and carry approximately 25-50 lbs. frequently and 75-100 lbs. on occasion.Must be able to physically demonstrate paint and associated products by utilizing various product delivery systems.Required Courses: RIGHT-TO-KNOW Training (U.S.)Operates vehicle in accordance with all state, provincial and federal laws, while maintaining an acceptable personal driving record.Must be licensed to operate vehicle in accordance with state, federal, and provincial law.Must have acceptable driving record from DMV/MTO.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. .College degree and 5 years of territory management preferred.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience with High Performance Paints and Coatings - Automotive, General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Powder Coatings, Mil-Spec, or Wood Finishes (5+ years preferred).Experience in Business Development, managing both direct accounts and while also sharing accounts with general Territory Managers.Strong Technical Aptitude
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
If usage of employee's own vehicle is required for company business, employee must obtain appropriate insurance per Company Policy. Employee must be licensed and able to operate vehicle in accordance with state law including commercial driver's license if required. Must have acceptable driving record from State Motor Vehicle Bureau and be able available for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. Depending on the experience, training and their development, employee may be given more discretion in carrying out their responsibilities.
Full-time
Description
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER- SPECIALTY COATINGS
Why Work for Painters Supply & Equipment?
401(k) program with company matchGenerous benefits package for full time employees:Medical, Dental and VisionCompany paid life and disability insurance3 weeks Paid Time OffCompetitive compensation programA great work environment with career advancement opportunities!Business Development Manager (BDM) - Specialty Coatings Division.
The BDM is responsible for meeting or exceeding region performance goals by servicing paint and coatings customers in the General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Wood Finishing, Mil-Spec, and Architectural Coatings markets. Additionally, the BDM is responsible for targeting, soliciting, and securing new business; servicing and growing existing accounts; learning and understanding product lines; preparing/creating sales related documentation; and developing strong customer relationships
In business since 1952, Painters Supply & Equipment, Co. is a leading distributor of automotive and specialty paints, coatings, associated products and equipment in the automotive refinish and specialty coatings market. We are proud to supply our customers with world-leading products from manufacturers such as PPG, 3M and Norton. Painters Supply has expanded to more than 50 stores in 12 states, servicing over 10,000+ customers. We are seeking dedicated and talented people to help provide industry-leading service to our customers and to support our company's fast growth!!
Requirements
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
SALES
Maintain and grow current accountsIdentify, solicit, and secure new businessDevelop and execute region sales plan consistent with budgetary goalsDelivers exceptional service to customers by understanding and proactively responding to their needs.Gains and maintains knowledge of market and actively competes/works to increase market share.Coordinate outside sales activities with Specialty Coatings Director, Region Sales Team, and Credit Department.Develops strong partnerships with sales team, branch employees and vendor representatives.Conduct sales calls and presentations to prospective and existing customers.Maintains effective, ongoing interaction with all vendors, to maximize utilization of cost-effective resources.Familiarize self with all product lines, to include application and best practicesAssists customers with product selection and application, to develop expert relationships.Develops sales presentations and promotions to facilitate growth within existing account and to develop new accounts.Conducts product demonstrations with customers and factory representatives.Prepares/creates necessary documentation and reporting.Prepares and submits accurate and timely activity reports.CUSTOMER SERVICE
Investigates and follows up with all customer and Quality Management System concerns.Monitors and tracks customer back orders and provides customers with technical and marketing training as needed.Assists customers in determining inventory levels, color verification and field color formulations.Ensures proper documentation for all consigned inventory and equipment per Quality Management System (QMS) Work Instructions.MARKETING
Collects and maintains customer, territory, and target informationIdentifies current market competitors and performance levels.Collaborates with vendors in planning, targeting, and market growth efforts.Exhibits the ability to articulate company value propositionDevelops, implements, and maintains action plans to meet and exceed targeted revenue and profitability targets for new and existing customers.Prepares sales call reports, proposals, forecasts, and business plans.MANAGEMENT
Controls expenses within projected budgets, maintains records and documentation for required submission as needed.Actively researches General Industry and Commercial Coatings information through company training, trade journals, seminars etc.Knowledge of sales goals and ability to formulate a plan of action to attain Company measures.ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Attends and participates in all sales meetings.Participates in special project assignments and completes additional duties as needed.Assists in store operations during times needed, i.e. vacation, personal, medical absences etc.Assists with inside customer service as needed, to include processing customer orders per QMS Work Instructions.Conducts self in a professional manner to ensure exceptional quality and customers service expectations are met.Ability to work all scheduled hours as needed.Performs other duties as assigned.Overnight Travel: 25%PHYSICAL AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
Required to lift and carry approximately 25-50 lbs. frequently and 75-100 lbs. on occasion.Must be able to physically demonstrate paint and associated products by utilizing various product delivery systems.Required Courses: RIGHT-TO-KNOW Training (U.S.)Operates vehicle in accordance with all state, provincial and federal laws, while maintaining an acceptable personal driving record.Must be licensed to operate vehicle in accordance with state, federal, and provincial law.Must have acceptable driving record from DMV/MTO.Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. .College degree and 5 years of territory management preferred.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
Experience with High Performance Paints and Coatings - Automotive, General Industrial, Commercial Fleet, Powder Coatings, Mil-Spec, or Wood Finishes (5+ years preferred).Experience in Business Development, managing both direct accounts and while also sharing accounts with general Territory Managers.Strong Technical Aptitude
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
If usage of employee's own vehicle is required for company business, employee must obtain appropriate insurance per Company Policy. Employee must be licensed and able to operate vehicle in accordance with state law including commercial driver's license if required. Must have acceptable driving record from State Motor Vehicle Bureau and be able available for overnight travel approximately 25% of the time.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. Depending on the experience, training and their development, employee may be given more discretion in carrying out their responsibilities.