Patterson Companies, Inc. · 2 days ago
District Sales Manager
Patterson Companies, Inc. is seeking a District Sales Manager responsible for managing a defined staff within an assigned district to achieve district and branch goals. The role involves maintaining and advancing established accounts, developing new accounts, and driving profitable sales growth while ensuring effective customer relations.
Health CareMedical DeviceVeterinary
Responsibilities
Sets individual goals, objectives and accountabilities of sales team to achieve optimum sales consistent with the Region and Branch strategic plan
Assists in the hiring and training of new sales personnel
Keeps the sales group well informed and acts as a liaison with other functions within the branch, with vendors, customers and/or external groups
Communicate and execute business strategies effectively to
Establish effective and efficient procedures while providing an emphasis on detail time with reps and customers
Provides ongoing training and development through sales meetings and consistent field co-travel with sales team
Gives specific and constructive feedback, coach sales team in the development of their skills
Responsible for driving profitable sales growth, across multiple supply and equipment categories
Forecasts District Sales and evaluates all sales activities
Monitors the local marketplace and develops relationships with Doctors and key practice staff
Develops short and long term business goals
Actively seeks information regarding Patterson products and services, competitive intelligence and industry information
Analyzes customer’s business for needs and selling opportunities
Coordinates with other Patterson sales professionals to demonstrate and sell equipment and technology
Proactively seeks opportunities to discuss equipment and technology solutions based on specific customer needs and emerging trends in the dental industry
Clearly explains benefits and features of equipment and technology solutions specific to the interests and needs of the customer
Communicates financial benefits of equipment purchases such as return on investment and tax advantages
Assure effective customer relations
Responds to customer queries, answers questions and solves problems in a timely fashion
Holds client relationship meetings to monitor satisfaction levels with Patterson’s service and support and illustrates all of the value-added services provided
Manages direct reports including the hiring, development, performance management, goal setting, and other managerial duties
Ensures direct reports are aware of and follow established business policies, practices, and Company’s Code of Conduct to create a supportive and productive working environment
Qualification
Required
Candidates must possess one of more of the following: Four year degree
Three or more years of experience in business to business sales
Three or more years of experience in the dental industry
Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record
Preferred
3-5 years of successful sales experience at Patterson
Ability analyze financial information
Process orientation and leadership skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Computer skills including knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing software
Promote customer center culture
Proven ability to effectively hire, train, engage and motivate employees
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Company
Patterson Companies, Inc.
Patterson strengthens the oral and animal health markets in North America and the United Kingdom.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-12-11Acquired
1992-11-06IPO
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