Account Manager - Winnipeg, Canada - Fastsigns Winnipeg North

Description

This role is responsible for sales activities from lead generation through the project management process.

Develop and implement agreed upon Sales and Marketing Plan which will meet both personal and business goals of expanding customer base in the marketing area.

Work with the center's management and support teams for the achievement of customer satisfaction and revenue generation, in line with company vision and values.

What we expect you to do

• Develop annual sales plan with Center Manager, detailing activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus the position on meeting or exceeding sales quota.
• Demonstrate the ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and decision makers.
• Consultatively sell and make recommendations to prospects and clients using various products and Brand Standards.
• Identify sales prospects and contact these using a "drill down" and "share of wallet" concept.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from telephone, marketing and field activity.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities including sales calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within their assigned territory, including the use of a Contact Management program to maintain accurate records to maximize territory potential.
• Develop a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models
• Complete all paperwork and follow established center procedures from initiation through completion of a project (i.e., Work Order, credit approvals, POS entry, pre-payment collection, artwork approval, delinquent account collection, reporting).
• Prepare presentations, estimates and sales contracts.
• Establish and maintain estimate follow-up procedures.
• Prepare status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up, and adherence to goals for weekly sales meetings.
• Assist in the implementation of company marketing plans as needed.
• Carry out market research; i.e. competitive shops and customer surveys
• Identify and resolve customer satisfaction issues.

Establish and maintain effective team relationships with all support departments.

• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes.
• Participate in and practice the brand mentality of "Everybody Sells". Constantly be looking for sales opportunities for the center.
• Serve as a backup for answering the phone if the Franchisee, manager and sales/service employees are busy assisting other customers.
• Assist at the front counter as needed.
• Understand the sales process enough to consult with customers to determine project needs and solutions.

What we may expect you to do

• Lead sales team and sales management.
• Participate in networking and marketing events such as seminars, referral groups, trade shows, and telemarketing programs.
• Assist in collection of account receivables.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services.
• Conduct and/or supervise minor installations (i.e., RTA).
• Coordinate various tasks & scheduling activities to ensure quality project management.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

• Must be positive, target driven and highly reliable.
• Absolutely fluent verbal and written English
• Able to quickly build up the connection with business owner or decision maker

5. 3-year other industry sales experience or 1 year sign industry sale experience.

• Valid class 5 driving license and own vehicle

WHAT WE OFFER

• Annual income from 75K to 100K
• Commission pays.
• Vacation Pays.
• Extra health Insurance.
• Professional sales training.
• Excellent support team.
• Working conditions are normal for an office and a light manufacturing environment.

Salary:
$60,000.00-$110,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• WINNIPEG, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
One location