Develop and manage residential and commercial water treatment sales through dealer and wholesale channels. Grow and maintain professional water quality dealer accounts, secure strategic customer opportunities, and create forecasts, budgets, sales strategies, and marketing programs. Train dealers on products and collaborate with marketing on collateral, packaging, catalogs, and online presence. The role requires 65%–80% overnight travel across the Central United States.
Join Our Team as a Regional Sales Manager at Franklin Water Treatment, a Division of Franklin Electric
At Franklin Water Treatment, we are leaders in innovative water treatment solutions, and we're seeking a reliable and customer-focused Regional Sales Manager to become part of our growing team. If you excel in analyzing, developing, and implementing sales strategies; possess a proven track record of successfully managing and growing a sales territory; and have demonstrated marketing experience particularly in developing collateral material and in effective social networking, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with us!
Candidates must ideally reside in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, or Oklahoma
Candidates must ideally reside in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, or Oklahoma
MOVE FORWARD WITH US
What you will be doing:
- Develop and manage the sale of residential and commercial water treatment systems through dealer and wholesale channels.
- Acquire, develop and maintain existing Professional Water Quality (PWQ) dealer accounts through an appropriate level of contact. Create sales growth by securing business through strategic customer segments.
- Develop short- and long-term forecasts, budgets, strategies, and marketing programs required to meet sales objectives.
- Conduct product training for PWQ dealers; collaborate with the marketing team to ensure that marketing such as collateral, packaging, catalogs, Internet presence, etc., meets customer demand.
- Anticipated overnight travel of 65% - 80%
What you need:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, business management, marketing, engineering technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
- 5 to 7 years of relevant technical / technical sales experience or training in water treatment and in customer service, customer experience, customer success, sales or a similar role (required).
Company Values & Benefits
Franklin Electric provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certification, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching, and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:
- Competitive wage based on experience and qualifications
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) Plan with company match & service contributions to help you save for the future
- Paid time off
- Short & long-term disability
- Opportunities for training and career growth
- Fertility & adoption support
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & wellness programs
- Employee discount program
About
Franklin Electric is a global leader in water and energy systems, committed to continuous improvement and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our founders in 1944 named the company after America’s pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, which lives on today in our culture to drive us to push boundaries and create meaningful change. We offer a comprehensive range of pumps, motors, drives, and controls for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and municipal applications.More than just a workplace, Franklin Electric is a vibrant and inclusive community of forward-thinkers, united by our mission to drive positive impact worldwide. Our culture fosters career growth and personal development, with a focus on promoting from within and nurturing talent. Our recent awards in “America's Most Responsible Companies”, “Most Trusted Companies” by Newsweek, “America’s Climate Leaders” and “Indiana’s Best Places to Work” attest, we're dedicated to upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility.At Franklin Electric, we believe that everyone deserves to be treated fairly and respectfully, and that our diversity of thought, culture and experience makes us a stronger company. Our commitment to social responsibility is evident in programs like the Franklin Women's Network and our philanthropic efforts through the Franklin Wells for the World Foundation. Through these endeavors, we've provided clean water to over 284,000 people in 12 countries, addressing the global water crisis head-on,Locally in our communities, the Franklin Electric Charitable and Educational Foundation (FECEF) supports causes close to our hearts, such as United Way, Boys & Girls Club, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond our products and services, shaping a brighter future for both our employees and the communities we serve. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a difference with Franklin Electric.
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