regional sales manager

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more. Regional Sales Manager This exempt-level sales position has direct territory sales responsibility in the assigned territory. Primary sales are directed toward distributors within the territory. The Regional Sales Manager is provided the opportunity to learn or expand upon their knowledge of the water distribution industry and sales knowledge/strategies, all while earning a competitive base salary plus commissions! Company vehicle and full benefit offerings make for a well-rounded total package for the right individual. Duties will include, but not be limited to, the following: 1. Call on end product users to promote new and existing product lines and develop favorable specification position. 2. Provide complete service to established distributor network including: quotations, product training, technical and literary support, product complaint, inventory maintenance, and delivery issues. 3. Perform product training for end users and distributors to promote advantages of offered products and enhance specification position. 4. Establish sales goals and specification objectives to meet company sales budget. 5. Identify significant bid opportunities and provide complete project information, including price strategy. 6. Provide after sale service support, including warranty and claims management. 7. Actively participate in trade organizations to promote offered products. 8. Provide leadership with monthly sales forecast and market overview. Required Qualifications : 1. A minimum of five (5) years outside sales experience in the water distribution industry or related field (construction, piping, etc.). 2. Valid driver's license with no major violations. 3. Ability to routinely travel 50% of work schedule (estimated 3-4 days/week of travel with one office day). 4. Ability to cover large geographical sales territory. 5. Intermediate computer experience with particular proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint programs. 6. High level of outgoing interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively. 7. Must be able to lift in excess of 40 lbs. to maneuver products during demonstrations. Desired Qualifications: 1. Bachelor's degree, preferably in a business, engineering, or communications-related field. 2. Mechanical aptitude. Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law. 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