Manager Lighting Business Development

Graybar•Itasca, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Manager – Lighting Business Development, you will manage the Company's lighting product and service programs. Our ideal candidate will have Electrical distribution, lighting, project, or contractor sales experience. In this role you will: Plan, direct, analyze, and coordinate the marketing of the Company for assigned lighting customer market. Evaluate performance of district and branch locations in market area of responsibility. Support key Lighting Product Managers in the preparation, implementation, and tracking of national promotions; make recommendations for stock and inventory amounts; facilitate continuous improvement of products and processes. Continually evaluate market strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.

Requirements

5 years of experience in sales management, branch management, or district marketing experience required
Strong knowledge of products and sales and marketing plans, supplier products, industry products and service trends, and applicable markets
Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
Organizational and time management skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and negotiation skills
Supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively direct teams and achieve results through others
Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate marketing plans
Ability to evaluate customer needs, analyze sales reports and statistics, and develop strategies to improve performance

Nice To Haves

6+ years of experience preferred
Four-year degree in Business or related major preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, direct, analyze, and coordinate the marketing of the Company for assigned lighting customer market.
Evaluate performance of district and branch locations in market area of responsibility.
Support key Lighting Product Managers in the preparation, implementation, and tracking of national promotions.
Make recommendations for stock and inventory amounts.
Facilitate continuous improvement of products and processes.
Continually evaluate market strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.

Benefits

Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
Profit Sharing Plans.
401(k) Savings Plan with company match.
Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
Paid Holidays.
Paid Wellness Day.
Community Time Off.
Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.