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Manager Sales II

Requisition ID: 10000

Location:

Middleton, MA, US, 01949

Pay Type: Salary

Travel Requirement: 41-50%

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

Working with the Regional Heads and General Managers, the Sales Manager II is responsible for developing the market sales strategy and leading, managing, and developing a team of Sales personnel to execute the strategy for the assigned geography. This includes, but is not limited to, the achievement of sales and profitability objectives, the development and implementation of a sound marketing strategy to maximize profitability and efficiencies, the recruitment, training, development and management of a professional sales force, the oversight of customer complaint resolutions and the management of the overall sales area administrative system to support the activities of the area sales.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Work with the Regional Head and General Managers to develop market-specific strategies.

• Translate strategies into account and call plans.

• Implement the strategies, account plans, and call plans.

• Nurture & build customer relationships while preserving the ability to: negotiate effectively with customers, close sales, identify unmet and/or latent customer needs & communicate these within Holcim, maintain acceptable DSO and minimize outstanding past-due balances, broaden & deepen the business relationship with the customer.

• Work with Business Operations Teams to effectively manage the business & achieve/exceed targets.

• Manage price/volume relationship to maximize margin.

• Lead and manage field personnel, including: setting performance objectives, developing and coaching field personnel, reviewing performance.

• Embrace & actively drive implementation of more effective sales processes & practices.

• Champion change and challenge status quo, always asking “how can we do it better?”

• Advocate with local/state legislative bodies and regulatory agencies (e.g., DOTs).

• Take on leadership roles in industry associations.

• Look for opportunities to cross-sell other Holcim products or services.

• Track implementation of account and call plans

• Forecast demand for effective supply planning for a transportation network

• Report on business performance (volume, price, revenue, margin) vs. budget and forecast.

• Manage customer complaints & resolutions

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree

Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree

Required Work Experience: 5 to 10 years, minimum of 5 years of commercial experience required (business development, marketing, sales, channel management, construction materials experience preferred (RMX concrete, aggregates, paving, civil contracting) & experience in a commission-based compensation

Required Computer and Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft skills; working knowledge in SAP

Travel Requirements: 50% Travel required

Additional Requirements:

• Good interpersonal skills (e.g., active listening techniques).

• Strong leadership skills with ability to choose the most effective leadership style for a given situation.

• Great poise and presence.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to successfully influence others without authority.

• Good commercial mind-set.

• High entrepreneurial spirit.

• Fact-based and analytical.

• Results-oriented.

• Possesses excellent “EQ”

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

• Holistic Health & Well-being programs

• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care

• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts

• Paid time off & paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Dress for your day

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YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com . This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nearest Major Market: Boston