Luum Textiles · 5 months ago
Director, Wood Products
US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expLuum Textiles is a company focused on wood products, and they are seeking a Director to guide the overall direction of the Teknion Wood program for the US market. The role involves managing sales, marketing, product development, and dealer partner relationships to increase market share and meet corporate objectives.
ManufacturingTextiles
Responsibilities
Focus on identified dealer partners and field sales to educate them on new and existing wood products in person and virtually. Training includes story, benefits, features, functionality and sales techniques
Develop dealer plans to support growth of top tier dealers
Determine forecasts and budgets for the Teknion Wood division with respect to the top identified dealers
Understand and plan for growth of small to mid-size dealers
Participate in major pursuits to help close “Teknion Wood” sales and represent Teknion as an ambassador of all product lines and services
Create sales strategy for products as they relate to our product map and competition
Collaborate with Marketing to help determine direction and agenda for Teknion Wood division. Create and distribute sales tools that communicate the sales strategy
In collaboration with Corporate stakeholders, direct new product development based on market needs and feedback for US requirements with respect to new products, design and product enhancements
Liaison with field sales, dealer partners, customers and manufacturing to communicate broad and specific requirements and market trends for the US markets
Work with other ancillary product directors/specialists to create seamless integration
Participate in the annual planning and quarterly review session for key dealers
Prompt, reliable, and regular attendance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required. Relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
Must have at least 5 years in wood case goods specific sales experience
Must have in-depth understanding of wood case goods manufacturing and full-market range of competitive wood case goods lines
Strong project/program development background
Ability to develop and maintain relationships based on trust and integrity with dealer and internal leaders and employees
Roll up your sleeves work style and proven problem-solver
Able to promote ideas and influence stakeholders
Must be a team player and business partner who is open, communicative, and committed to the overall success of the organization
Entrepreneurial in nature and able to achieve results by influencing others
Ability to travel 40%
Preferred
Technical wood knowledge (species, properties, applications, finishes/finishing, etc.) is a plus
Company
Luum Textiles
Luum Textiles designs sustainable textiles for commercial interiors, including faux leather, recycled polyester, and high-performance vinyl.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase