National Account Manager

Impassioned by the goal of delivering high-performance products to both the professional athlete and the recreational cyclist, Cycling Sports Group encompasses several powerhouse Cycling brands, including Cannondale, GT, Charge, and Fabric. Cycling Sports Group is proud to present a truly unique and powerful portfolio of cycling brands to the market, continually striving to evolve through the very best products and service available today.

Toronto, ON, Canada

Cycling Sports Group

<strong>At Dorel Sports, innovation and product is at the heart of what we do. Every project, every meeting, every moment is an opportunity to create the perfect ride for millions of consumers around the world. From a Sunday family ride to the Tour de France, Dorel Sports employees are helping people find the perfect ride.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Walking the Talk.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Health insurance and a retirement savings plan is just the beginning for our employees. Our culture is as fun and lively as the lifestyle brands we represent.</strong><br /><br /><strong>STAY WELL.</strong> https://www.dorelsports.com/

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Full-Time

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Overview: <p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;">The National Account Manager works closely with Sales &amp; Marketing to communicate and sell the company&rsquo;s products and programs to designated account. Manages all activities related to customer sales and relationships.</p>
Responsibilities: <p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;"><u>Account Management (60%):</u></p> <ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Develop strategies &amp; objectives for each assigned retailer account, considering the impact to broader channels.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Develop tactical programs that achieve maximum sales volumes/margins, while optimizing spending.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Develop in-depth understanding of customers, customer systems and cross-functional teams within customers to develop strategic customer programs.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Work collaboratively with Product Development, Marketing, Forecasting, and other cross-functional teams.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Create sales presentations, conduct line reviews with customers.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Assist in the development of annual sales budgets.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Develop annual allowances budget; track spending monthly.</li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;"><u>Business Development (35%):</u></p> <ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Drive multi-channel strategy at customers and execute key initiatives to grow business.</li> </ul> <p style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;"><u>Other (5%):</u></p> <ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Follow internal controls and company policies set by Pacific Cycle Inc. and Dorel Sports.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Contribute to the success of Pacific Cycle Inc. by leading or assisting with other projects and tasks as assigned.</li> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; line-height: normal;">Model the Dorel behaviors and support the Dorel Sports business strategy.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sales or related field.</li> <li>5 or more years of relevant experience selling consumer goods with proven track record of successful sales results.</li> <li>Specific experience calling on Target required.</li> <li>Leadership experience including proven success managing and developing a team.</li> <li>Ability to work well with cross functional groups and customers.</li> <li>Ability to travel domestically and internationally.</li> <li>Must be able to communicate on the telephone, and maneuver around Pacific Cycle products for sales presentations and other product related tasks.</li> <li>In addition to traditional marketing skills, must understand social media and digital marketing.</li> </ul> <p><u><strong>Beneficial Qualifications</strong></u></p> <ul> <li>Experience with P&amp;L management preferred.</li> <li>SAP knowledge.</li> <li>Experience working with Asian vendors.</li> </ul> <p><u><strong>Environmental Factors</strong></u></p> <ul> <li>A large percentage of time is spent in an office environment.</li> </ul> <p><u>Essential Physical Demands and Frequency</u></p> <ul> <li>Standing:&nbsp; Infrequently.</li> <li>Driving:&nbsp; Infrequently.</li> <li>Sitting:&nbsp; Frequently.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Bending:&nbsp; Infrequently.</li> <li>Lifting:&nbsp; Infrequently.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Twisting:&nbsp; Infrequently.</li> <li>Other:&nbsp; Must be able to use a computer and view a monitor for extended periods of time.</li> <li>Other:&nbsp; Must be able to travel to factories and account locations throughout US and internationally.</li> </ul>