Market Development Manager
Posted: 14 January, 2022Organization: BDS Connected Solutions, LLC
Location: San Francisco, CA
The MDM will be responsible for representing a bds client by visiting selected retail locations in a certain territory to drive sales, ensure the product is being represented correctly, and good relationships with the stores are developed and maintained. This position will also be responsible for coordinating and executing promotional and special events, both in and out of their assigned territory.
Overview
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Build strong relationships with retail stores on behalf of client and in-turn drive sales
Travel within assigned market to visit all stores in the territory according to the designated frequency
Conduct product demonstrations and sales presentations for consumers
Provide on-going formal and informal training to retailers and store associates
Maintain product displays and product functionality while in-store
Create and implement promotional and special events
Report competitive information in a timely fashion
Complete all administrative duties in accordance with BDS Instructions
Respond to supervisor requests and correspondence in a timely fashion
Display a professional demeanor while representing the client and BDS Marketing
Strive to consistently meet sales goals and all program objectives.
Assists with management of territory for seasonal and special events/programs to include but not limited to; coverage scheduling and part-time employee supervision if necessary.
Other tasks as requested by supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 2 years related product experience
2-3 years retail/sales experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a field sales/retail environment
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to travel within a designated market
Detail oriented
Strong presentation skills
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Regularly sit, stand, walk, bend over, grasp, talk and/or hear, and drive
Occasionally carrying and lifting office supplies up to 10 lbs.
Occasionally travel via flight or other modes of transportation
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development, and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with regional offices in New York City, New York; Chicago, Illinois; and Columbus, Ohio. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.
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