WESCO International

Sales Director

WESCO International$120K — $150K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred in Sales, Business Administration, Engineering, or relevant field.
  • 7+ years of related industry professional sales experience.
  • 5+ years of experience leading and managing staff at a national, district, or regional level.
  • Working knowledge of strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and implement successful sales strategies.
  • Strong understanding of the competitive landscape and market insights.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and administer sales plans to maintain customer satisfaction and meet quotas.
  • Achieve annual sales and profit goals through strategic implementation and analysis.
  • Establish clear sales objectives and forecast sales volumes for various product lines.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with national, regional, and local suppliers.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor actions to fine-tune sales approach and product mix.
  • Guide account representatives in quotations, proposals, and handling customer complaints.
  • Recruit, select, train, and develop a high-performing sales staff.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Participation in bonus or sales incentive plans
  • Commission structure based on sales results
Full Job Description
Job Description

As a Director - Sales, you will be responsible for the leadership, management and profitability of an assigned sales region, market, or channel. You will be accountable for achieving sales and profitability goals through direction, organization, coordination, communication and development of field sales, inside sales, and other sales professionals.

Responsibilities:
  • Develops and administers sales plan to ensure customer satisfaction, assigned quota attainment, and highly skilled and motivated staff.
  • Achieves annual sales and gross profit plan by implementing sales strategies and analyzing trends and results in conjunction with regional and business unit management team.
  • Establishes sales objectives.
  • Forecasts expected sales volume and profit for existing and new product lines and customers.
  • Ensures establishment and expansion of national, regional, and local supplier relationships.
  • Maintains sales volume, product mix, and selling price by keeping current with market supply and demand, changing trends, economic indicators, and competitors.
  • Coordinates order service by directing account representatives on quotations, proposals, project order management techniques, and customer complaint resolution.
  • Maintains sales staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.
  • Maintains sales staff results by counseling and disciplining employees, planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
  • Forecasts and communicates intricate details to senior management.

Qualifications:
  • High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree - Sales, Business Administration, Engineering, or relevant field preferred
  • 7+ years of related industry professional sales
  • 5+ years of experience leading and managing staff and programs at national, district or regional level
  • Working knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze, initiate and implement sales strategies to achieve forecasted goals
  • Understands competitive landscape, market insights and effectively communicates across key internal and external stakeholders
  • Proven success in for providing customer and personal services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
  • Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to exercise teamwork, leadership, and flexibility
  • Excellent time management and computer skills
  • Ability to travel 25% - 50%

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Working Environment: Outside Sales - Work is generally performed in an office environment, but employee may need to travel to customer sites or warehouse facilities. Driving may be required for an extended period of time with frequent stops and starts. Can be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers a benefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here.

About WESCO International

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Join the dynamic team at WESCO International, a leading provider in the electrical distribution industry, and be part of a company known for its substantial commitment to innovation and leadership. At WESCO, we offer a range of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that fosters growth and diversity.

Work You’ll Do

At WESCO International, you will engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our global clientele by delivering top-tier solutions in electrical distribution and supply chain services. Our team is at the forefront of industry expertise and digital innovation, making WESCO an ideal place for those who are driven to excel in a professional setting.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

WESCO is not just a company; it's a community where you can grow your career alongside over 18,000 dedicated professionals worldwide. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we empower them through unmatched training, development, and certification support.

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Embrace the opportunity to do innovative work with WESCO International, where your skills in technology, industry expertise, and leadership will be honed to perfection. Our collaborative environment encourages networking and the sharing of ideas across teams, driving the kind of innovative solutions that keep us at the leading edge of the industry.

Career Development and Benefits

Future-proof your career with WESCO International, where the path to advancement is filled with diverse job opportunities. From internships to leadership positions, the potential for professional growth is limitless. Enjoy comprehensive benefits that support both your professional and personal life, as well as diversity training that ensures an inclusive workplace.

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Learn more about WESCO International
Size
18,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$100.5 million
Founded
1922
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
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