Production Print Executive, Federal

Ricoh

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Print Executive – Federal (PPE) is responsible for selling
Ricoh’s full portfolio of Production Printing solutions—including hardware,
software, and professional services—to Federal government agencies, as well as
Graphic Communications, Commercial Print, direct mail, and fulfillment center
accounts.

The PPE manages a predefined account base and is focused on expanding Ricoh’s
market share within the assigned geographic territory through strategic account
development, new business acquisition, and customer relationship management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years of business-to-business sales experience, including at least 2 years in advanced or strategic sales roles.
• At least 2 years of Digital Printing and Solutions sales experience.
• Demonstrated success in developing new markets and uncovering business opportunities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the graphic arts, print-for-pay, and commercial print industries.
• Strong understanding of technology, connectivity, and complex solution-based selling.
• In-depth knowledge of sales methodologies and processes.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and self-motivation skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and diverse teams.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable communicating with all levels of an organization, including financial, technical, and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage the full sales lifecycle, including order processing, delivery, and implementation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

Nice To Haves

• 5–7 years of proven success in capital equipment sales within the Digital Printing Solutions and/or Graphic Communications industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ricoh’s penetration and expansion efforts within the assigned territory by developing and executing targeted customer strategies, including customer segmentation, awareness initiatives, and relationship development.
• Drive new business by aligning customer business goals and objectives with Ricoh’s production print hardware, software, and services solutions.
• Identify and pursue Zero Base Account (ZBA) opportunities, including reference-based selling strategies.
• Manage, protect, and grow the existing territory base by analyzing customer business communication needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Acquire and expand new client accounts by selling incremental solutions and services.
• Meet or exceed assigned gross profit and revenue targets.
• Prepare and deliver product demonstrations, benchmark assessments, proposals, and value-based presentations, leveraging technical and product resources as needed.
• Retain and grow existing customers by increasing solution adoption, expanding services, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Serve as Account Manager with ownership of issue resolution within assigned accounts, coordinating local, regional, and national resources as required.
• Maintain accurate records of all account activity within Ricoh’s CRM and sales systems; ensure timely and accurate completion of sales documentation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Choose from a broad selection of medical, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
• Contribute to your financial security with Retirement Savings Plan (401K), Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) investments.
• Augment your education with team member tuition assistance programs.
• Enjoy paid vacation time and paid holidays annually
• Tap into many other benefits to enhance your health, wellness, and ongoing personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees