Sales Manager, Interior Surfaces

American RENOLIT Corporation specializes in the manufacturing of plastic films that are used in the Graphics, Signage, and Labeling industry. Other films manufactured in La Porte are used a decorative surface lamination films in furniture applications, and some films are specifically engineered as laminates for exterior building components.  ARC is among the top performers in the industry, and continually strives for innovation. 

Your tasks at RENOLIT

Support and further strengthen the position of the company. This can be achieved by proactive management of existing accounts as well as generating new sales by developing new customers and markets through sales and technical service(s) and relationship building.

• Manage sales of current products and services by planning and coordinating sales calls on existing customers in conjunction with the company’s business, technology, and customer service
• Negotiate price, terms and delivery with all current and potential customers
• Achieve the expected sales and profitability objectives established in the business plan
• Identify and initiate cold calls on potential customers (search for new clients who might benefit from company products) maximizing market penetration in assigned regions/countries
• Coordinate and assist in product development and design of customer-specific requirements
• Manage product planning and product development activities to drive increased market penetration and business results
• Provide post-sales technical assistance and product education
• Support Sales Director when/if needed
• Work in close relation together with the internal team as well as with colleagues within the worldwide Renolit Group
• Identify key contacts of existing and new customers, as well as decision makers and/or executives in the industry and grow long-term relationships
• Identify current and future industry needs and trends by understanding the needs of customers, articulate product functionality, value proposition and advantages of offered products

What we expect

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma/General Equivalency diploma
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• 3 to 5 years sales experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to interact effectively with various departments and business units
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with domestic and international contacts
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong computer skills especially Microsoft Office required
• Good communication skills within the department as well as with other department
• Ability to travel frequently, including international travel

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to interact effectively with various departments and business units
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong computer skills especially Microsoft Office required
• Salesforce experience preferred
• Plastic industry experience preferred
• Good communication skills within the department as well as with other departments
• Must live near a major airport
• Ability to travel frequently, including international travel  

What we offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k
• Life insurance
• Paid Vacation