Ferguson · 1 month ago
Eastern Regional Sales Manager
Ferguson is a leader in the lighting industry, seeking an Eastern Regional Sales Manager to support their growth across the Eastern Region. The role involves leading independent manufacturers' representatives, developing account plans, and driving sales strategies to achieve goals.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Lead and drive independent manufacturers’ representatives to budget and grow wholesale customers
Develop account planning with major customers using customer focused selling skills, prospecting and lead qualification, and identification of decision making and customer buying criteria
Lead budget and business planning for the East Region
Participate with the corporate sales team in development of sales strategy to meet assigned goals and objectives
Creatively approach representatives, customers, and markets to improve market share for both RP and Millennium
Supervise sales of assigned territory and representatives to ensure sales goals are achieved
Visit customers and industry trade shows on a regular basis and document meetings
Communicate product trends, stay actively informed of sales activities of competitors’ product offerings, and participate in new product implementation
Cross and quote competitive bills of material; handle pricing and gross margin in assigned region within corporate guidelines
Assist customer service in providing information, post-sales support, and technical expertise to customers and representatives
Provide various sales and management reports as required
Qualification
Preferred
Minimum 2 years' experience in a regional management role with rep management experience is required
Experience in the Commercial and Residential lighting industry is Key
Experience leading and selling in the Multi-Family / Multi-Tennant building industry is helpful
Experience in the Residential Showroom Industry is helpful
Bachelor's degree preferred and/or combined education and experience equivalent
Prior experience working with independent customers, wholesalers, manufactures across multi-product categories is a plus
Must be comfortable with market disruption and adaptable to constructive change
Ability to think differently while motivating and mentoring a team of independent manufacturer's representatives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc)
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Life insurance
401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming and family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
Company
Ferguson
Since 1953, Ferguson has been a leading source of quality supplies for a variety of industries.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5B2025-09-18Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2024-10-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2008-11-12IPO
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