Field Sales Representative - East Coast (ME)

Aventon is the first e-bike company designed for the real world. Producing versatile and inclusive products, we believe every ride is an opportunity for you to change how you experience the world. Our team of passionate creators, out-of-the-box thinkers, and go-getters strive to inspire people to get moving and discover the joy that comes through motion.

We are ecstatic over your interest in the global, innovative, and electrically-charged change that is Aventon.

The Field Sales Representative contributes to a team of Sales Representatives, assigned to a dedicated territory. You will gather data to procure and generate revenue on the B2B side of our business. In this role, you will support the B2B sales team in executing the monthly, quarterly, and annual strategic growth initiatives for Aventon products. This position reports to the Field Sales Manager.

The ideal candidates will be located in Maine and will be responsible for partners in the East United States territory.

• Learn the Aventon brand product line and proactively reach out to partners to support our products. 
• Re-enforce dedication to partnerships with bike shops, outdoor brands, and sporting goods stores; maintain partner relationships and meet onsite partnership visit goals on a regular basis.
• Document partner feedback – owner, sales, mechanic, customer, etc
• Enter sales/warranty orders as needed – provide warm hand off to appropriate department.
• Understand, anticipate, and communicate the onsite needs of our wholesale partners.
• Actively listen and document feedback identified while completing onsite visits with partners and develop solutions to address challenges; assist in the continuous improvement process within the B2B team. 
• Responsible for ensuring monthly, quarterly, and yearly goals for partner on site visits.
• Handle escalated issues while on site; partner with team and empower / coach them to solve problems with their shops. 
• Provide ongoing training to the partner’s team and ensure adequate product knowledge and sales tactics.
• Be equipped with both Aventon merchandise and small parts to increase onsite visit satisfaction.

• Demonstrated experience as a sales professional generating multi-million dollars in revenue; sales within mobility / sporting goods space is highly preferred 
• Internet-savvy and comfortable with office applications (PC/Mac, word processor, spreadsheet, web browsers, mobile devices)
• Motivated self-starter who will be pro-active in finding new partners, growing the team, and generating revenue for the company
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail (spelling, grammar) a must.
• Excellent verbal communication, ample time will be spent on the phone with customers.
• Ability to travel for Bike Shop Visits, Trade Shows, Industry Events, etc. (Travel about 80% of the time)
• Demonstrate follow-through and getting things done.
• “Can do” attitude and problem-solving skills.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Ride Aventon, Inc. (“the Company” or “Aventon”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Aventon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please email our Human Resources Department at hr@aventon.com.

This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.