Dealer Development Representative

LATICRETE International•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

Are you looking for a new challenge? Passionate about innovation? Want to work for a global company that values integrity, teamwork, and loyalty? At LATICRETE International, we aim to be the leading construction brand trusted globally for high-performance tile and stone installation systems and building finishing solutions. We’ve been in business for over 65 years, family-owned for three generations, and can be found in over 100 countries. The Hartford Business Journal even named us one of Connecticut’s top family-owned companies in 2017! We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products. Our purpose is to improve the built world and the lives of those who build it. We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate. Just some of our benefits: Medical Dental Vision 401k Tuition reimbursement 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time Flexible spending Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance 1 week paid plant shutdown between the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays Primary responsibility is to execute all company strategies and initiatives at Floor Covering Dealers. These initiatives include the daily activities required to support Dealers and Contractors at the local territory level and to further develop and strengthen our relationship with these key accounts with the goal of gaining new and incremental business

Requirements

2+ years of related work experience in Sales or in the Construction industry.
Ability to do presentations to large groups.
Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance and a good driving record.
Physical strength to lift and carry 50 pounds.
High level of self-motivation.
Strong organizational skills.
Creative thinking.
Strong written communication skills.
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook).
Team cooperation - maintain positive, cooperative attitude with all employees of LATICRETE and all customers.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experience.
Ability to lift 60 pounds

Nice To Haves

Spanish language proficiency (written and verbal) highly preferred.
Prior experience working in the tile industry preferred

Responsibilities

Present, demonstrate, and actively promote the full range of current and new products to Dealers within the assigned territory
Ensure consistent, professional, and impactful marketing presence in Dealer Showrooms by actively managing and maintaining grout samples, product displays, point-of-sale materials, brochures, and other marketing resources.
Educate distributor sales representatives on Laticrete products and motivate them to actively promote the brand in their communications with dealers.
Work with RSM and regional sales team to develop a target list of both Dealers and Contractors
Partner with existing distribution to evaluate historical purchases of existing customers and identify areas of growth opportunity.
Submit quarterly report summarizing LATICRETE performance
Assist Technical Services on claim inspections and gathering of necessary information as needed.
Participate in ride along sales calls with pro channel distributor sales reps.
Leverage local TSIS, Concrete Prep, and MVIS sales team to assist as needed with closing key account targets.