Job Description

Business is people. Our most valuable resource.

Our people are the most important resource in our company. We believe that hiring the right people is critical to creating a successful, supportive workplace. Custom Brands Group (CBG) began in 1976 as a mini blinds company located in downtown Los Angeles. Now a Hunter Douglas company, CBG is an industry leader in creating products that exceed customer expectations and drive customer success. At CBG, we\'ve cultivated the best of both worlds: the horsepower of a multinational company, combined with the nimble, dynamic approach of a small business. As our company continues consistent and significant year-over-year growth, there are more opportunities than ever.

Position Overview:

The Area Sales Manager is responsible for driving Custom Brands Group profitable revenue and market share growth in the Oklahoma, Northwest Arkansas, and Southwest Missouri markets. You will be responsible for meeting and/or exceeding sales targets for all Custom Brands Group products, programs, and services to window fashion dealers, designers and small design centers. This role reports to the Zone Manager.

What you will be responsible for:

• Providing exceptional sales of Custom Brands Group products within the assigned region.
• Developing sales strategies to generate new business, manage existing accounts and develop sales leads.
• Building and maintaining solid relationships with customers in assigned region.
• Providing training to customers on CBG products and selling techniques.
• Handling customer complaints with tact and understanding, striving to maintain customer loyalty and strong partnerships.
• Submit required work plans, sales reports and expense reports within required timeline.
• Stay abreast of customer, market trends and competitors\' activities.
• Report all significant developments to your Zone Manager and provide feedback to managers in relevant areas.
• Attend and participate as directed in company, customer, or industry trades shows, sales meetings, or other events.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

• 3+ years Outside Sales and business development experience in consumer goods industry, preferred.
• Bachelor\'s degree in Sales and Marketing, Business or related field and
• Window coverings or Consumer Product industry experience is a plus
• Must have valid driver\'s license and auto insurance is required.
• Required travel Requirement: 70% including overnight travel.
• Must be highly organized with the ability to manage multiply projects/task simultaneously.
• Must be physically able to perform physical duties associated with this positions -lifting up to 50lbs (sample books and maintain displays of window treatment products), driving long distances etc.
• Excellent Customer interface and strong presentation skills
• Excellent organizational and follow up skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient experience with CRM applications, email, internet navigation

• Salary : $50k - $60k annual base salary plus quarterly commissions
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401 (k) matching
• Health and Wellness Program
• Vacation: PTO 2 weeks
• 11 Paid Holidays

Custom Brands Group