Field Sales Specialist, Cordless Power Tools - Italy

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Field Sales Specialist, Cordless Power Tools - Italy

Location: Italy (Remote)

Summary
The Field Sales Specialist (FSS) will have regular interaction with sales marketing, customer service and other support groups. The FSS is responsible for developing and establishing relationships with end users and distribution and generating end user demand primarily in General Industry and Motor Vehicle Industry. This business typically requires a very hands-on approach to meet the customer demands and best local competition. The FSS will have responsibility for the Cleco branded tools, with primary focus on the cordless platform.
The successful candidate must be resourceful and self-confident with a stress-tolerant, flexible and resilient attitude. The role requires exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to easily build credibility to influence and drive approval from stakeholders at various levels. Successful associates will have potential career growth opportunities further in sales and marketing.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ownership and development of a geographic territory
2. Build strong relationships with the end user and distribution partners
3. Develop expertise to conduct technical sales presentations & demonstrations
4. Present to key end user decision makers with new application solution recommendations
5. Work collaboratively with Cleco Sales Managers and Application Specialists on joint sales activities
6. Participate in end user shows and activities
7. Communicate progress and updates via emails, customer planning documents, sales documents and reporting as needed
8. Manage daily schedule as well as longer term planning and scheduling for key customers and projects.
9. Use CRM system to track all activities and major projects and communicate updates on a weekly basis
10. Solve problems utilizing resources, peers and management at an appropriate level.
11. Perform other duties as assigned

Critical Skills & Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree preferred, 2 or 4 year technical considered
2. 2 to 5+ years sales or marketing experience
3. Ability to become proficient in MS Office and CRM platform
4. Ability to excel in a team environment
5. Must demonstrate self-motivation at a high level of independence
6. Valid driver’s license with clean driving history
7. Ability to travel throughout territory 75% of the time
8. Fluent in English

Please apply with an English CV!

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we’re passionate about innovation. Whether that be products, processes or operations, our associates strive to find new ways each day to help our end-users solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the job site – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.4 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,900 global associates have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH, SATA, Crescent, Cleco, Weller and APEX that professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike can trust to get the job done. With our roots dating back to the 1800s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and end-user safety in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.
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