Sales Manager I AH

Job Summary

As a Sales Manager I, for Animal Health International you will direct and supervise a geographically dispersed outside salesforce to ensure outstanding customer service, accurate order entry and processing, collaboration between the production animal commercial and operational functions, and to generate sales growth per the annual budget.

You will play the key role in developing and executing strategies to drive growth and profitability of your region.
Essential Functions

Strategic Planning and Execution
Develop and execute the Annual Operating Plan consisting of sales targets, sales and marketing plans, and operating expense budgeting

Analyze and evaluate sales activities as well as market trends and customer needs for sales optimization

Assist the outside salesforce in developing target markets and identifying opportunities

Business plan development at the sales rep level and support of sales force toolkits

Assist operational managers in planning and execution of delivery routes, to ensure operational costs are kept within budgeted parameters

Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the appropriate objectives and priorities are enabled within the sales organization

Define and evaluate issues, develop methods, and revise procedures within established policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Customer Focus and Manufacturing Partner Relations
Establish relationships within the animal health industry at the management level to facilitate growth opportunities

Be personally involved and invested in the relationships with top customers in the region

Develop and maintain strong manufacturer relationships and identify new opportunities and partners

Work with Purchasing in monitoring product purchases, inventory levels and pricing, forecasting, and identifying new opportunities

People Management
Encourage the growth of all direct and indirect reports through skill development and goal setting

Hold direct reports accountable for meeting performance standards and departmental performance goals

Mentor employees, measure performance, and complete regular performance reviews

Resolve employee issues in an effective and consistent manner

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Poultry Science, Animal Science, Management, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of three (3) years of experience with a proven track record in sales

Thorough knowledge of the animal health industry

Prior experience in customer service and dealing directly with customers in a sales capacity.

Prior knowledge of sales and asset management.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Financial management experience.

Computer proficiency including SAP and Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications
Previous people management experience

SAP experience

Working Conditions

Physical Demands
Operating a computer or other office devices for the majority of the workday

May occasionally need to move packages up to 10 pounds such as office supplies or equipment

Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing

Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with others such as coworkers, customers and vendors

Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents

Environmental Factors
This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.
Travel and On-call
This position will require travel as directed by business unit needs, which may include travel to company and customer locations in providing services and support.