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Phibro Animal Health

Sales Manager

Phibro Animal Health, Santa Fe Springs, California, United States, 90670

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Company Overview Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning nearly 100 years of service. The Company is a global manufacturer of medicated feed additives, feed ingredients, advanced nutrition solutions and vaccines. Phibro’s revenues are in excess of $1.3 Billion, and are supported by over 2000 employees worldwide.

Phibro-Tech, Inc. is part of Phibro Animal Health’s Performance Products division, located in Santa Fe Springs, California. Since 1984 Phibro-Tech has served the environmental, electronic, semiconductor and water treatment industries by taking in their used materials, recycling them and using those materials to manufacture new products. Phibro-Tech helps all Californians stay safe, healthy and sustainable.

Position Details Position Title: Regional Sales Manager

Department: Sales

Reports To: Phibro-Tech Director of Sales

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday (with ability to flex as needed)

Key Responsibilities

Lead the sales efforts within assigned territory

Prospect for and develop new customers

Support and retain current customers

Seek out opportunities to grow and expand current customer business with current product growth or by adding additional products

Utilize Phibro resources and training to develop strong working knowledge of product portfolio

Know the scientific principles behind each product and their application

Position features and benefits to meet customer needs, increase sales and Phibro results

Manage own time and utilize Phibro resources to develop and prioritize customer and prospect objectives to grow sales per assigned budget

Understand the science behind each product within Phibro portfolio and communicate benefits to each customer segment

Effectively communicate benefits of each product against competitive products and services

Achieve budgeted sales and gross margin for Phibro Products in assigned geography

Participate in development of sales strategy and plans for the region

Provide input to Species Business Manager(s), Product Director(s) and Area Sales Manager on competitor activities and pricing

Report on industry and customer trends within assigned area

Use Phibro’s CRM system proactively: manage database, update information, execute sales and marketing strategies

Key Competencies

Accountable

Collaborative

Committed

Communicating Effectively

Demonstrating Initiative

Displaying Confidence and Composure

Displaying Technical Expertise

Driving for Results

Establishing Relationships

Interacting with People at Different Levels

Interpersonal Skills / Communication

Leveraging Opportunities

Making a Strong Impression

Managing Time

Negotiating Agreements

Presenting and Public Speaking

Prioritizing and Organizing Work Skills

Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment

Proven sales skills and previous contact with clients and their operation

Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients

Plan and set priorities for accomplishing tasks and goals

Motivated self‑starter, work well in groups and demonstrate excellent customer service

Ability to travel as necessary

Business acumen, energy and drive, positive attitude, client focused, flexible and empathetic

Strong negotiation skills and project management experience

Handle client complaints with calm demeanor and professional attitude

Extensive client interaction skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, Email, phones, cell phones and office equipment

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree

5 years of industry experience in sales roles

Experience with, or willingness to learn, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software

Requirements & Expectations

Minimum of 10 years of industry experience (technical)

Knowledge of chemistry and water treatment is a plus

Strong technical writing ability

Strong analytical skills

Good negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills, both technical and non‑technical

Ability to resolve conflicts internally and externally

Collaborative and effective interaction across teams

Persistent, resourceful, high integrity, independent, creative, entrepreneurial

Problem solving, analytical, good judgment

Reporting Relationships

Strategic direction from the Phibro-Tech Director of Sales and tactical direction from the Plant Manager

Additional Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, ideally in Engineering or Science or minimum 10 years related history

Work out of home office; local travel to customers and the facility approx 50% of the time; overnight travel may be required monthly

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Sales and Business Development

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