Sales Coordinator- Lansing Michigan

Company: Stanley Black and Decker
Location: Lansing
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionCompany Overview:Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means joining one of the world's largest, fastest growing, and most dynamic companies. Stanley Black & Decker is a world-leading provider of tools and storage, outdoor products and engineered fastening systems, with unique growth platforms, and a track record of sustained profitable growth. We have been globally recognized as one of the most innovative, inclusive, sustainable, and rewarding companies in the world.Job Scope:The Sales & Marketing Development Program (SMDP) is the beginning of your career journey. This early-career program is designed to build a foundation for growth within sales, management, and marketing. Associates are immersed into the world of our end-users and business partners supporting our multi-billion-dollar retail customers. You'll be supported by comprehensive training program which develops your sales skills and leadership qualities along with product training on industry leading brands; DEWALT, Stanley, Black & Decker, Craftsman, Porter-Cable, IRWIN and Lenox.As a sales representative, you will manage a territory of home improvement stores. In this role, you're responsible for driving sales, managing merchandising and hosting events. You'll build relationships with key decision makers and collaborate to create a sell through strategy for your market. This is an active, hands-on role. You'll work daily in your territory of retail stores and will need to be able to lift 50lbs, build displays and climb ladders, to merchandise products. As you advance as a sales representative you'll be introduced to a wide range of opportunities within sales, management, and marketing. As a member of the program relocation is required for the first sales position and may be required for future promotional opportunities after the program. We're looking for individuals who are goal-oriented, self-starters who are successful working independently and, in a team-based environment. We're seeking someone with effective selling skills and a strong problem solver to achieve desired results. You also will need excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a wide variety of people within the retail environment and Stanley Black & Decker.More About Your Role:Home Depot and Lowe's the largest retail customers for Stanley Black & Decker. Through this role, you'll have the opportunity to learn not only about our business strategy but also the strategy behind these major retail partners.No two days are the same. If you love to be "out and about" rather than tied to a desk or single location, and prefer personal interaction, this is an ideal role for you. This role will put you on the front lines of our sales and marketing team, and you'll be responsible for a multimillion-dollar territory. In addition to impacting the purchasing decisions of thousands of customers, you'll see first-hand what works and what doesn't in merchandising and marketing within retail.In a typical day, you will visit two stores, rotating through your territory. You'll invest your time building relationships with key store personnel, maintaining merchandising fundamentals, assisting with product sales, and executing event initiatives.In addition to the qualifications detailed above, you'll need: Organizational skills to maximize efficiency during store calls. Be task orientated with the ability to take direction and successfully complete corporate marketing initiatives. The ability to strategically solve day-to-day store operational issues and effectively overcome objections and obstacles. Demonstrate consistent attention to detail. The ability to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment. The ability to think outside the box to create solutions and a willingness to learn new concepts and take feedback constructively. Enthusiasm for labor-intensive activities and working with your hands.Location: Lansing MIBenefits:Full-time, salaried positionMedical, dental, vision, 401K3 Weeks Paid Time Off10 Holidays + 2 Diversity DaysCompany vehicle, gas card, laptop, printer, and cellphone providedExtensive training programPersonalized career pathSuccessful candidates meet the following requirements:Self-motivatedHumble & AccountableFlexible/AdaptableCreative and resourcefulPositive attitudeWillingness to relocate within the United StatesBachelor's degree or 3-5 years equivalent work experience in a sales or customer service role (retail or field experience preferred), or equivalent Military experience Must be willing to travel regionally, work occasional weekendsAble to lift 50lbs or more, willing to climb ladders, work on feet most of the dayMust pass a background and driving record check given that this position is driving in natureBilingual is a plus Leadership Qualities: Courage & Innovation - Bravely innovate without boundaries. Generate and embrace new ideas. Drive cutting-edge digital solutions. Foster creativity for exponential growth Agility & Performance - Simplify to accelerate business results. Anticipate, adapt to and lead changes. Focus on the right things and act. Perform in ways that exceed expectations. Inclusivity & Collaboration - Respect and leverage all aspects of diversity. Make decisions with an inclusive, global view. Collaborate to amplify customer value. Communicate to drive meaningful outcomes. Integrity & Accountability - Operate with highest ethical standards. Be who you are, build trusted relationships. Act with transparency and positive intent. Live up to commitments and own the results. Stanley Black & Decker is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran's status, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.EEO StatementAll qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

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