Essity Hygiene and Health AB

Distributor Enablement Specialist

Essity Hygiene and Health AB$70K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Sacramento, CA
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or Marketing (experience may substitute)
  • 3-5 years of sales experience; 2-3 years in account management
  • Proficiency in CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) and strong technical capabilities
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and sales skills with ability to influence buyers
  • Proven track record of identifying and winning new business opportunities
  • Willingness to travel up to 30%.
  • Strong financial acumen.

Responsibilities

  • Develop strong relationships with distribution partners and ensure communication of commercial directives
  • Negotiate and execute joint business plans with distribution partners
  • Translate and monitor sales plans into activities to meet business objectives
  • Engage with segment sales to drive wins with end customers
  • Provide hygienic solutions to partners and drive profitable growth
  • Ensure distribution sales representatives have in-depth product knowledge
  • Manage individual sales pipeline effectively with CRM tools.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options including PPO, vision, and dental
  • Wellness program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Company paid life and disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employee discounts and voluntary benefits
  • Scholarship program for employees' children.
Full Job Description
Distributor Enablement Specialist- Commercial

About The Role

Essity is currently searching for an experienced Distributor Enablement Specialist. The Distributor Enablement Specialist will focus on large end user development, work with regional distribution partners, retain and grow existing business, pursue new multi-segment business opportunities, and work with internal departments (supply chain, pricing, sales and marketing). The DES operates with clear guidance from the Regional Sales Manager, executing on priorities defined by Commercial Planning. Responsible for creating strong relationships and collaboration with designated distributors to drive profitable growth.

This will be a remote position responsible for covering Sacramento, the Central Valley and Reno, NV. The ideal candidate must live in the Sacramento area with the ability to travel often.

What You Will Do
  • Plan and develop strong relationships and TORK competencies with distribution partners. Deliver clear communication, following Essity Commercial Planning directives and overall BU directives, to ensure targets are met regarding distribution partner satisfaction, retention, and profitable growth.
  • Negotiate with distribution partners in sales region. Create and execute against joint distribution business plans. Review progress to plan with distribution regularly.
  • Translate sales plans into sales activities by customer/account, according to Sales Manager and Commercial Planning guidelines. Monitor and adjust sales activities on regular basis to meet business objectives.
  • Build strong distribution partnerships to execute against goals.
  • Provide hygienic solutions to distribution partners and end customers to contribute to profitable growth targets.
  • Ensure that DSRs have outstanding knowledge and understanding of Essity products and hygiene solutions.
  • Actively engage with segment sales to drive end customer wins.
  • Deliver on agreed upon sales targets and sales KPIs with designated distribution partners.
  • Responsible for day-to-day business matters and customer inquiries.
  • Position TORK as the partner of choice and preferred brand with distribution partners in sales region. Continuously build market knowledge of industry and competition.
  • Develop and manage individual pipeline through effective use of CRM.
  • Build competency with Essity tools(CRM, CPQ, Seismic, Farsight, PowerBI, etc.).


Who You Are
  • Bachelor's degree Business, Sales or Marketing. Experience in lieu of education will be considered
  • 3-5 years of sales experience; 2-3 years of account management
  • Must have having leading technical capabilities to work in a blended selling role (including experience working in CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred), MS Teams and Office) and strong financial acumen
  • Must have strong communication, presentation, negotiation and sales skills with demonstrated ability to influence buyers
  • Demonstrated ability to seek out, identify, qualify and win opportunities to achieve short and long-term strategic goals
  • Ability to travel up to 30%


What We Can Offer You

At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Compensation and Benefits

$70,000 - $95,000 annual salary range + sales incentive + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:
  • United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
  • Wellness program provided through Rally
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • PTO offering with Paid Holidays
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
  • Employee discounts program
  • Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.


Collaborative and Caring Culture | Empowerment & Engaged People | Work with Impact and A Powerful Purpose | Individual Learning & Career Growth | Health & Safety Priority | Sustainable Value Together| Innovation| Sustainable Working Life | Total Reward

Additional Information

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

Application End Date:

Job Requisition ID:
Essity261443

About Essity Hygiene and Health AB

Essity Careers

Joining Essity presents a prime opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. Essity, a leading global hygiene and health company, offers a range of job opportunities designed to empower growth and professional development.

Work You’ll Do

At Essity, the focus is on turning challenges into opportunities through innovation and smart solutions. The company’s commitment to improving well-being through leading hygiene and health solutions offers professionals a chance to make a significant impact.

Explore Essity’s Diverse Opportunities

Essity’s career paths are as diverse as the needs they meet in the marketplace. From research and development to marketing and sales, there are positions that leverage a wide array of skills. Essity encourages a culture of growth and learning, where each team member’s contributions are valued and celebrated.

Innovative Work Environment

Essity is synonymous with innovation. The company fosters an environment where creativity and strategic thinking are at the forefront of operational success. Employees at Essity are encouraged to think differently and act boldly.

Join a Dynamic Team

Essity’s global team is committed to leadership and diversity training, ensuring that all employees have the opportunity to thrive. Working at Essity means being part of a culture that cherishes diversity and seeks to optimize through inclusive growth strategies.

Future-Proof Your Career

Essity offers robust benefits and a career trajectory filled with opportunities for advancement. Whether through professional development programs or through leadership tracks, Essity supports each employee’s career aspirations.

Internship Programs

For those starting their careers, Essity’s internship programs provide invaluable industry experience, networking opportunities, and a chance to develop essential skills in a real-world setting. Interns at Essity gain hands-on experience, working on projects that challenge and enhance their academic learning.

Essity’s Hiring Process

The hiring process at Essity is designed to be transparent and engaging. Starting with a resume submission, candidates may go through various stages including screenings, interviews, and in some cases, practical assessments. Essity values clear communication and provides feedback at each step.

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