Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS)
Director, Sales
Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS), Rosemont, Illinois, United States,
The Company
LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.
We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.
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Be AccountablePosition Title And Summary
The
Director of Sales
is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the sales function to effectively execute sales strategies that will maximize sales volume, drive targeted profitable growth and professionally develop the sales staff in Wisconsin. This includes Business Development, Sales and Customer Experience.
Reports To
Chief Revenue Officer
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive business strategies, and sales and marketing plans that complement the overall operating plan for the business unit.Develop the sales forecast and maintain accountability for sales goal achievement, including but not limited to respective key metrics and/or budget achievement.Direct a staff of sales and administrative personnel, including responsibility for hiring, training and performance coaching and management.Assist with new customer solicitation, bid preparation and customer retention strategies.Meet regularly with sales personnel to review sales activity funnel in Sales, customer retention and relationship activities, review sales performance compared to goal, production and training needs.Proactively contact assigned accounts to identify customer needs, changing requirements or potential issues and resolve accordingly.Participate with business unit leadership to develop and implement pricing strategy to meet Company objectives.Maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends in designated market to anticipate changing customer needs; proactively manage customer base.Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Company’s available services, lines of business, pricing structures to assist sales personnel in particular selling circumstances as the need arises.Complete all required sales reports in a thorough and timely fashion.Review Customer Service Agreements for terms and conditions pricing, accuracy and other requirements.Manage a small team including but limited to Inside Sales and Outside Sales leaders.Qualifications/Knowledge/Critical Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Marketing preferred.At least 5-8 years of experience in a customer-facing role that includes identifying and addressing customer needs.Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient manner.Good communication skills; can effectively communicate to all levels of management, both internally and externally.Strong active listening skills; gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and letting others fully state their ideas.Grasps concepts quickly and has good follow through skills; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise; maintains a positive outlook.Has the ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation; seeks information from appropriate sources; has the ability to tackle a problem using a logical, sequential approach and can anticipate the implications of actions.Good written and verbal presentation skills.Is self-motivated; maintains a feeling of pride in work; has a strong work ethic and strives to achieve all goals; is competitive and has a strong drive to win; takes appropriate risks.Is high energy, friendly and engaging; has excellent persuasion skills; can persuade others to change their minds or behavior.Ability to foster teamwork and enlist the support and participation of others.Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Occasionally required to stand and walk.Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Sporadic local travel required.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.
We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste.
Live Safety
Serve With PassionInnovate RelentlesslyEngage With IntegrityBuild Community
Be AccountablePosition Title And Summary
The
Director of Sales
is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the sales function to effectively execute sales strategies that will maximize sales volume, drive targeted profitable growth and professionally develop the sales staff in Wisconsin. This includes Business Development, Sales and Customer Experience.
Reports To
Chief Revenue Officer
Responsibilities
Develop and implement comprehensive business strategies, and sales and marketing plans that complement the overall operating plan for the business unit.Develop the sales forecast and maintain accountability for sales goal achievement, including but not limited to respective key metrics and/or budget achievement.Direct a staff of sales and administrative personnel, including responsibility for hiring, training and performance coaching and management.Assist with new customer solicitation, bid preparation and customer retention strategies.Meet regularly with sales personnel to review sales activity funnel in Sales, customer retention and relationship activities, review sales performance compared to goal, production and training needs.Proactively contact assigned accounts to identify customer needs, changing requirements or potential issues and resolve accordingly.Participate with business unit leadership to develop and implement pricing strategy to meet Company objectives.Maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends in designated market to anticipate changing customer needs; proactively manage customer base.Maintain a thorough knowledge of the Company’s available services, lines of business, pricing structures to assist sales personnel in particular selling circumstances as the need arises.Complete all required sales reports in a thorough and timely fashion.Review Customer Service Agreements for terms and conditions pricing, accuracy and other requirements.Manage a small team including but limited to Inside Sales and Outside Sales leaders.Qualifications/Knowledge/Critical Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or Marketing preferred.At least 5-8 years of experience in a customer-facing role that includes identifying and addressing customer needs.Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient manner.Good communication skills; can effectively communicate to all levels of management, both internally and externally.Strong active listening skills; gives full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and letting others fully state their ideas.Grasps concepts quickly and has good follow through skills; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise; maintains a positive outlook.Has the ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation; seeks information from appropriate sources; has the ability to tackle a problem using a logical, sequential approach and can anticipate the implications of actions.Good written and verbal presentation skills.Is self-motivated; maintains a feeling of pride in work; has a strong work ethic and strives to achieve all goals; is competitive and has a strong drive to win; takes appropriate risks.Is high energy, friendly and engaging; has excellent persuasion skills; can persuade others to change their minds or behavior.Ability to foster teamwork and enlist the support and participation of others.Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Occasionally required to stand and walk.Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Sporadic local travel required.This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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