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ROLE OVERVIEW
Seeking passionate sales expert to further expand our growing YMCA and non–profit national customer base.
Primary Responsibilities
- Maintain existing accounts and relationships focusing primarily on YMCA and non-profit entities.
- Actively seek out new accounts for sectors and regions as[FM1] [2] [GD3] directed.
- Provide exceptional customer service.
- Collaborate with colleagues, vendors and other departments to ensure the best customer experience.
- Be knowledgeable of all Kiefer Aquatics product offerings, catalogs and services.
- Foster a positive outlook and work environment promoting teamwork and collaboration.
Success of Role
- Proactive problem solving, communication and coordination with solutions-oriented approach.
- Support achieving sales objectives and (customer) service expectations.
- Collaborative approach working across the company.
- Continue to develop skill-set and approach to support business objectives.
Experience & Attributes / Candidate Profile
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in B2B sales.
- YMCA Aquatics background is preferred.
- CRM proficiency / Tech-savvy.
- Strong interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.
- Positive attitude demonstrating empathy with customers and co-workers.
- Collaborative driven can-do approach to find solutions, overcome objections and resolve issues.
- High level of integrity with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Tools / Software:
Skilled using MS Outlook, Excel, Word. Familiarity with SalesPad and Salesforce is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
Role compensation is annual base salary, plus commission.
Kiefer provides competitive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance programs combined with our 401k program providing contribution matching support. We also provide annual vacation and sick time allocations.
Working Conditions
Standard Office Conditions
Physical Requirements
The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions the job advertised.
- Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and viewing computer monitors.
- May involve some travel to attend select events as needed.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position with typical work hours of Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but may also involve weekends or “after hours” work when traveling, busy season, trade events and completing work as needed in a timely manner.
Company Overview
Kiefer Aquatics is the leading omni-channel distributor serving lifeguards, swim teams, aquatic facilities, water aerobic fitness and learn to swim program needs in the U.S. Our focus on serving lifeguards is driven by The Lifeguard Store brand. Our focus on serving swim teams, aquatic facilities, water aerobic fitness and learn to swim programs is driven by the Kiefer Aquatics brand.
Our mission is to provide the leading customer experience, product selection, quality and value supported by our go-to-market platforms which include e-commerce, retail stores, field sales reps and on-site event sales combined with in-house product customization services and manufacturing capabilities.
Kiefer was founded in 1947 by Adolph Kiefer - US Olympic Gold Medalist, WWII Navy Instructor, and aquatics industry pioneer. Kiefer’s legacy of innovation, service, product selection, quality and value continues to propel us today.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
