We’re seeking a Area Sales Manager who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America. 

Job Title: Area Sales Manager   |   Req ID: 15012   |   HR Contact: Fredric Victor THOMPSON   |   Location: Moorhead Office MN

ABOUT THE ROLE
Working with the Sales Manager II, the Area Sales Manager is responsible for developing the market sales strategy and leading, managing, and developing a team of Sales Representatives to execute the strategy for the assigned geography. This role will have a sales territory as well as sales management responsibility for additional territories. This includes, but is not limited to, the achievement of sales and profitability objectives, the development and implementation of a sound marketing strategy to maximize profitability and efficiencies, the recruitment, training, development and management of a professional sales force, the oversight of customer complaint resolutions and the management of the overall sales area administrative system to support the activities of the area sales.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Work with the commercial manager to develop market-specific strategies; Translate strategies into
  account and call plans; Implement the strategies, account plans, and call plans
• Nurture build customer relationships while preserving the ability to negotiate effectively with
  customers, close sales, dentify unmet and/or latent customer needs & communicate these within Amrize.
• Maintain acceptable DSO and minimize outstanding past-due balances, broaden & deepen the business relationship with the customer.
• Work with Business Operations Teams to effectively manage the business & achieve/exceed
  targets; Manage price/volume relationship to maximize margin
• Lead and manage field personnel, including: setting performance objectives, developing and coaching field personnel, reviewing performance
• Embrace & actively drive implementation of more effective sales processes & practices; Champion
  change and challenge status quo, always asking “how can we do it better?
• Advocate with local/state legislative bodies and regulatory agencies (e.g., DOTs);  Take on leadership roles in industry associations
• Look for opportunities to cross-sell other Amrize products or services; Track implementation of account and call plans (SalesForce)
• Forecast demand for effective supply planning for a network of barge/rail direct and river/rail based
  distribution yards; report on business performance (volume, price, revenue, margin) vs. budget and forecast; log customer complaints & resolution (SalesForce)
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and
  environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree or 5  years of senior sales experience managing a business of at least $25m -$35m.
Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
Field of Study Preferred: CIM (Concrete Industry Managment)
Required Work Experience:  3-5 years of commercial experience required (business development,
marketing, sales, channel management, construction materials experience preferred (RMX concrete,
aggregates, civil contracting) & experience in a commission-based comp
Required Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft skills; working knowledge in SAP
Travel Requirements: 75% travel required

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tes

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Estimated Wage Range $83,000 - $160,900/Annually

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.