Introduction
BMI is a privately owned Master Distributor of PVF (pipe, valves and fittings) commodities to the North American plumbing, mechanical, industrial and HVAC markets, since 1972.
BMI provides quality products, excellent customer service, industry leading fill rates and mistake-free shipments. Our commitment to our employees and customers sets us apart from others. BMI’s culture embodies strong family values, superior treatment of employees, a strong focus on customer service and a high level of trust and professionalism.
Role
Reporting to the Vice President of Sales, the North Central USA Sales Manager will be working out of a home office and will travel within the territory, being responsible for growing the business in the region, not only by leveraging the established customer and agent base, but mostly by bringing in new customers and business opportunities. BMI is seeking an energetic goal-oriented team player looking for a rewarding and challenging opportunity with aspirations of advancement within BMI.
Role Responsibilities
- Working closely with the Vice President of Sales in executing sales plans and initiatives
- Extensive overnight travel throughout each region(s) following a scheduled call frequency travel plan
- Maintaining & growing existing accounts within each region
- Establishing and maintaining strong business relationships and trust with key stakeholders
- Meeting and exceeding annual budget revenue targets
- Establish and nurture excellent collaborative relationships with sales agents, supporting them in their efforts to promote BMI’s business
- Implement growth, marketing and promotional strategies for each territory
- Proactively identify potential new customers and business opportunities
- Establish, maintain and review competitive and market-based price structures with all customers
- Assume responsibility for final pricing quotations
- Monitor and report on market, product, customer trends and competitive activity
- Develop launch strategies and execution of new products
- Team player able to communicate and work closely with internal support staff
- Meeting and exceeding customer expectations with optimum service and reliability
- Attend / participate in promotional and industry-related events and organizations
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of sales or territory management experience
- Experience distributing commodity (or differentiated commodity) products to businesses
- Experience / knowledge within the plumbing distribution networks
- Able to travel regularly into each region on a planned basis to achieve sales targets and goals
- Track record of success growing a territory profitably in a hands-on fashion
- Excellent negotiation, customer service and relationship management skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills, personable nature, flexible and professional, equally effective working with senior executives and field-level employees within the various regions
- Entrepreneurial spirit, self-starter with strong work ethic and a sense of urgency in meeting our customers’ needs
- Experience working with sales agents is an asset
- Planning and analytical skills combined with good judgment and instinct
- Basic computer skills knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
BMI offers competitive industry compensation, bonuses, commission, car allowance and benefits package based on experience and attained results.
BMI is an equal opportunity employer and would like to thank in advance all those who apply.
Only those candidates who meet our requirements will be contacted.
Please no phone calls or direct inquiries regarding this opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $1.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: On the road
