National Account Manager - DIY

About usDyson is a global technology enterprise. We're growing fast and our ambition is huge - more categories, more locations and more people.

Dyson launched in the US in 2002, and since then operations have grown exponentially. Our US headquarters is based in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood. We also have employees working in field sales, our service centers, and in our growing number of Dyson Demo Stores across the country.We're committed to our campus culture and want to have people collaborating, developing, and learning from each other.

By having everyone on campus together, we have been able to nurture a fantastic social and dynamic environment. About the role

The National Account Manager will plan, execute and maximize comprehensive, strategic business plans for Strategic Regionals Channel, resulting in the delivery of sales and profit growth of existing and new Dyson products.Achieve sales, profit and inventory goals.Deliver assigned budgets on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis

Develop strategic plans for channels, retailers, and products to achieve the agreed plan

Forecast at the account and product level as required

Manage funds and resources for the best return on investment; analyze data and implement high quality solutions and actions to drive business proactively with customer or team

Seek consensus and approval from internal stakeholders for proposed plans; negotiate with accounts to achieve company's best position

Leverage Controlled Retail / Sell Out Team to maximize POSMonitor retailer sales and inventories; assess risks and opportunities; communicate and implement best profit and high customer satisfaction solutions

Develop and manage relationships and processes with internal business partners.Seek out decision makers and influencers. Create positive working relationships across all levels of the business

Accountability for all business processes related to the position, for example accounts receivable, legal, customer service, and all related administrative due diligence

Plan, develop, and manage relationships with retailers, current and new.Represent Dyson to the trade; demonstrate exemplary execution of Dyson values with business partners and emerging businesses

Seek out decision makers and influencers, to best manage the business. Create positive working relationships across all levels of their organizations

Comprehensive knowledge of customers and channels; ability to communicate that knowledge, serving as the voice of the customer internally

Execute plans regarding distribution, merchandising, pricing, and product placement including negotiating contracts and various programs with customers

Develop new customers and business channels as needed

Identify opportunities and related risks; assess situation and propose action

Contribute to the US Sales team.Serve as an active and high performing member of the team

Partner with other team members to support new opportunities as they arise

Be able to challenge self and others in accepting the norm, while working towards best practices

Fulfill other duties as necessary.Relish the opportunity to pick up new activities that fall broadly in the purpose of the role

Think outside of the box, identifying opportunities for improvement

Identify problems and find solutions

Other RequirementsFull driver's license with good driving record

Ability to lift, push, and pull up 50 lbs

Ability to travel up to 50%About you

Bachelor's Degree required; concentration in business or related field preferred5 years' experience account sales and account management

Diverse experience supporting sales, operations, trade marketing, category management, and financial analysis required

Proven track record of budget/quota delivery

Demonstrate the ability to penetrate the appropriate customer, customer team, and internal functions to achieve maximum results on sales objectives

Ability to think strategically and develop long-term plans for channels, retailers, and products

Ability to provide insights to POS trends within account base

Proven negotiation and closing skills, both at the account and product sales levels

Good customer and cross functional interface capabilities

Excellent presentation and influence skills

Excellent math and analytical skills

BenefitsAt Dyson, how we reward you is linked to our high-performance culture. But it's about more than salary and bonus.

Through a package of financial, lifestyle and health benefits, we support whatever stage of life you're in and the moments that matter.Financial benefits:•401K with up to a 4% match•Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D•Flexible Savings Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)Lifestyle benefits:•Competitive Paid Time Off Benefits including Separate Holiday, Sick, and Vacation Time•Pre-tax Commuter Benefits (applicable areas only)•Generous Child Care Leave Program•Wellness Program•Employee Assistance Program•Generous Dyson Product DiscountsHealth benefits:•Multi-Level Healthcare Coverage Options•Vision & Dental Coverage•Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term DisabilityDyson is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. If requested, we will provide reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process for persons with disabilities. Contact us at americas.talentacquisitiondyson.com for more information.

Dyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don't think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.

Dyson is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Dyson will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Americas Talent Acquisition at ustalentacquisitiondyson.com