WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
The incumbent is responsible for a full range of account management activities associated with selling and servicing a +$2M geographic territory comprised of medium to large distribution, industrial, welding, construction, and end-user customers. Market segments are exceptionally diverse, focusing on Metal Fab, Aerospace, Cutting Tool and Oil and Gas Markets. This territory has significant growth potential in a wide variety of applications. The candidate would work closely with traditional industrial, national, welding, and construction distribution. The territory geography encompasses Southern California in San Bernardino, N. Los Angeles, and Kern counties. A significant 2017 Opportunities Pipeline has been identified to be developed and won. Cost-saving activities, documentation, and opportunities for development and execution are critical. The candidate would work closely with traditional industrial as well as national distribution.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?
This position requires an individual with a proven track record who is a self-starter, highly motivated, creative, and personable team player who can succeed with minimal supervision. A Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience is required. The incumbent should have proven sales and marketing skills and an ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written. Proven analytical, negotiating, problem-solving, and organizational skills are necessary. This means the incumbent must be skilled at working with and cultivating relationships with Welding, Industrial, & Construction Distribution in the territory. Skills required include working with distributor salespeople, training presentations & demonstrations, POP installation & maintenance activity, and regular planning & review of target account growth plans. The incumbent must be capable of using all Microsoft Office software, web applications, contact management database software, and other forms of data mining and analysis.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
California has the largest manufacturing output in North America, according to “Industry Week,” and much of this is centered in Southern California. Northeast Los Angeles offers culture and is approximately an hour away from beaches, mountains, and deserts. Second in population size only to New York, L.A. is a vibrant destination where creativity and self-expression have fueled the growth of art, music, architecture, and neighborhoods dedicated to cultural exploration. This territory has much to offer in career opportunity, lifestyle and a built in Norton network.
A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU
Saint-Gobain Abrasives offers powerful, precise, user-friendly solutions, which enable customers to cut, shape and finish all materials in the most complex and challenging applications. By working closely with end-users and grinding expert partners, Saint-Gobain Abrasives designs and provides customized solutions to secure the best option for performance, cost and safety. Leveraging its global manufacturing presence, Saint-Gobain Abrasives serves its customers locally through its structured sales operations in more than 27 countries while employing more than 10,000 people.
Legal Statement
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
STEPS TO JOIN US
Internal Applicant Instructions:
To apply for this position, you must apply through the Internal Open Job Career Center which is located on the SGCNA Intranet. http://portal.saint-gobain.com/web/hr/openjob.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Core Benefits Offering:
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits:
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child and Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
- Volunteer Day
