What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Manager position at COSENTINO?
What are we looking for
At Cosentino (www.cosentino.com) we are looking for an Architect, Design & Accounts Manager to join our Distribution team in Mississippi & Alabama, who will have the opportunity to work in a multinational environment, in full expansion, surrounded by numerous challenging projects that you can be part o
f.
What you will
do
As a Hybrid AM/ADSM you will be responsible for developing, managing, and growing Cosentino's commercial & Builder sales division with product awareness, acceptance, and sales to the designated accounts and contract design & commercial segments for both interior and exterior applicati
ons.
SalesDevelop and execute strategies to increase and reach long and short-term sales plans for stone surfacing products within the ter- ritoryPresent and sell company products and services to current and potential clients within the remodel, home improvement, cabinet makers, builders and fabri
- cationResponsible for overall sales of the assigned ter
ritory
Customer
- ServiceEnsure customers have adequate marketing materials to support sales, including samples, brochures and other collateral supplies, such as display
- towers.Manage customer relationships by resolving client concerns, ensuring customers are set up in CRM System, providing price quotes, scheduling weekly visi
- ts, etc.Increase market share by elevating the number of displays and point-of-purchase materials within assigned te
rritory.
Account
- ManagementMaintain a constant awareness of the markets and pursue profitable opportunities by executing and communicating marketing initiatives (i.e. pricing, promotions, produc
- t changes)Manage account report, own sales budget, and maintain disciplined to stay within assigned sales and expense budgets on a monthly, quarterly, and an
- nual basisAssist with corporate account roll out programs on a regional basis as needed. This task may require travel outside of the assigned geography to call on owners, fabricators and installation contractors to facilitate and manage successful multi-location roll out programs. Advanced notice will be given to employee regardi
- ng travel.Coordinate and promote Cosentino surfacing products with Universities and Associations and develop relationships with leaders and students in the desig
- n industryBusiness D
- evelopmentActively represent and promote Cosentino to the community in the commercial construction & builder industry by hosting and attending local chapter events for ASID, IIDA, AIA & HBA along with other targeted as
- sociationsDevelop, establish, and grow relationships with all builders, architects, designers, fabricators, general contractors, developers and property managers by scheduling appointments, meetings or other personal sal
- es effortsManage the sales development of Cosentino surfacing products with various interior and Exterior applications within the core geography by maintaining a constant awareness of markets and pursues profitable opportunities focused on organizatio
nal growth
Business
- IntelligenceCommit to continual learning and knowledge of Cosentino Surfacing Products, the proper application and specification requirements along with fabrication and installation process to ensure proper use and overall customer
- satisfactionPrepare action plans to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts
- to be made.Collaborate with Cosentino Corporate staff, Cosentino Center staff and other Account Managers as needed to accom
- plish goals.Work with General Manager and Sales Team to execute business strategy for all customer segments in the area (home centers, K&B, Fabric
- ators, etc).Assist in the development of annual sales and marketing plans by providing recommendations to senior management with key sales information related to the marke
- t and regionEvaluate, negotiate, close, and execute contracts/agreements for materials, installation and services, as well as the sales positioning in model homes, design centers a
nd showrooms
What you ne
ed to succ
eed
EXP
ERIENCERequired• 4 years of sales or field merchandi
sing experience• 2 years of commercial and builder s
ales ex
perienceDesired• Stone fabrication or distribu
tion experience• Experience with Customer database, Sales
force pre
ferred
EDUCATIONRequired•
High Sc
hool / GEDDesired• Bachelor’s degree in Business
or re
lated fi
eld
SKILLSRequired• Communication: Oral & Written. Capacity to interact with multiple levels within all faces with commercia
l industry projects• Capacity to develop workshops or indus
try related events.• Computer skills: Office Suite, CRM syst
em (e.g SalesFor
ce)
What we do offer
Yo
- u will join a company:With an international mindset and prese
- nce in 100 countries.With an amazing growth story, sustained by extraordinary innovation products such as Silestone®, Dekton® an
- d Sensa by Cosentino®.In which you will be able to demonstrate your great sales set skills and grow your career in
a challenging p
roject.
About Cosentino
At COSENTINO, our purpose is to inspire people through innovati
ve and sustainable spaces.We are the world-leading producer of architectural and decorative surfaces. Our products are designed to provide innovative and functional solutions for either home or business spaces, such as Kitchen and Bath worktops, outdoor open spaces, facades, etc. Innovation, sustainability, functionality, and beauty describe our value proposition to the different market stakeholders and end
Clients. www.cosentino.comWith a presence in more than 100 Countries and 5 continents, our business keeps growing consistently in all geographies. as well as career opportunities for
Talented people like you.Cosentino is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Cosentino is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Cosentino are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Cosentino will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any
of these characteristics.”If you are an individual or veteran with a disability who requires any type of accommodation, please contact the People Department at (786) 686-5060 or at our email address: talen