Outside Sales Representative - NFM

Summary: Implements training programs in retail stores to ensure maximum effectiveness of the retail sales force to elevate the retail experience for Tempur-Pedic retail customers.Responsible for growing the sales of tier 4 accounts to their highest potential. Key focus is on working the retail floor and turning over sales to RSAs. Will be required to work 5 days a week with 3 of the days consisting of FRI-SUN; SAT and SUN will consist of working the retail floor. FRI should be a half day at least with the other half visiting other locations in the area. Other 2 days will be optional and would involve covering other doors/dealers. This particular position is considered a “bench” for future openings within the company. MUST be
willing to relocate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

• To ensure a high level of service to our retail customers, it is considered an essential duty to be available to work a flexible schedule that meets the needs of the retail industry. This includes evenings and weekends as necessary, as well as multiple, simultaneous work days.
• Responsible for in store visual presentation and maintenance.
• Develops and maintains relationships with assigned accounts and schedule to hit call frequency targets.
• Travels through assigned territory to call on accounts to conduct training programs and delivery of marketing materials.
• Meets with Trainers and assigned Business Development Managers being mentored to hone training and account management skills
• Demonstrates product, using a training program to emphasize sale features and benefits and demonstrates a core retail sales process effectively to the retail associates.
• Tracks adoption of the effectiveness of their sales training adoption in their assigned stores. Familiar with the sales metrics and goals established for their assigned doors.
• Communicates training session recaps to Lead Account Executive with appropriate chain-of command communications to Regional Sales Manager), including observations on store personnel, display and attitude/atmosphere of the sales environment.
• Responsible for other assigned doors in the driving in the radius (no overnights).
• Follows all Tempur-Pedic company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by the Regional Sales Manager

COMPETENCIES :
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

• Communications - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Responds well to questions; Communicates within a team atmosphere. Demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Meets commitments. Maintains a high degree of professionalism with all customers at all times. Will focus on new hire training and routine store visits.
• Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Judgment - Includes appropriate people in decision-making process, following the chain of command.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities to achieve the quantity of work expectations detailed by the Regional Sales Manager.
• Dependability - Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Remains flexible to meet the business needs of the organization.
• Initiative – Aggressively looks for and takes advantage of training opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Presentation – Presents a professional and neat appearance.

Education and/or Experience
One to two years related training and/or sales experience. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four year college or university is required.

Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint & Explorer Internet software, as well as able to learn internal company systems effectively.

Other Qualifications

• The position requires up to 50% travel with weekend, evening work, and key holidays.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and sit.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
• Extensive driving is required for this position.
• The position requires a current driver's license, without restriction for night driving.
• Must be willing to relocate.