District Sales Manager

General Summary:

For a defined Area of Primary Responsibility (Geography, Markets, and Accounts) the District Sales Manager’s role is to grow the Grundfos business by Defining, Measuring, Analyzing, Improving, and Controlling the activities within their area of primary responsibility. The DSM reports to a Regional Sales Manager (RSM) and participates as an active member of their regional sales team.

 

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:   SellingA.  Direct Accounts - The DSM is responsible for selling to existing and potential direct accounts.  (OEM, Wholesalers, National Accounts, Etc.), following the Grundfos Selling Process (PDJ I / II, Grid and Capture)B. Partner Accounts - The DSM will provide sales support to distribution partners to participate in closing an order or to facilitate and add value to the selling process.  Additionally they will lead the efforts to implement Grundfos defined programs.

C. Grundfos – Be the brand, live the brand and present the brand, by building

 relationships throughout the entire sales channel.

 Territory Planning / Channel DevelopmentTerritory Planning 1. Continually Develop Knowledge – The DSM will continually develop knowledge of the Geography, Markets, Applications and Accounts including market specific drivers, Key Decision Makers (KDM), competitors, and economic conditions.2.  Plan - The DSM will develop, maintain and execute a territory plan using the Grundfos Territory Planning Model (GTPM) to grow the business and increase Grundfos market share. 

 Territory Management / Channel Development1.  Channel Coverage - The DSM will continually assess current distribution channels, develop and evaluate their performance and manage conflict ensuring alignment with territory plans.2. Mentoring / Traininga.  Partner Training - The DSM will provide training on Grundfos products, applications, and sales processes. (PDJ I / II: Grid and Capture), ensuring that partners become self supportive and that they effectively represent the Grundfos brand to customers.b. Channel Training – The DSM will provide / facilitate training and education to all levels of the sales channel (end users, specifying engineers, contractors, associations etc.)

Forecasting

  1.  Revenue Forecast – The DSM will develop, maintain, and execute a forecast using the Grundfos Forecast Planning Model (GFPM).

  2. Expense Forecast – The DSM will develop, maintain, and execute a forecast using the Grundfos Expense Forecast Planning Model (GEFPM).

  Reporting / Time Management:   CRM Notes of Activity1. The DSM will maintain data in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system relative to partners, accounts, and activities in their APR.  2. The DSM will document sales calls, partner visits, phone calls and other activities so as to maintain a written history of transactions in their APR.  Expense reporting – The DSM will manage expenses to an agreed upon level and provide reporting in accordance with specific Grundfos policies and procedures.

  c.  Results reporting - The DSM will prepare a monthly report  in accordance 

  with specific Grundfos policies and procedures.

  d.  Time Management – Effectively utilize Lotus Notes calendar on 30 day

  window.  Consistently completing tasks on time.

 TEAM MEMBER

It is the defined responsibility of the DSM to work with the RSM and regional team to foster open dialogue,  develop a team environment and culture, create a strong morale and spirit within the team; promoting the sharing of wins, successes and challenges. 

 SOCIETYThe DSM will support the Grundfos objective of being a socially responsible company by participating in company sponsored events and activities that support this cause.  In addition, the DSM is encouraged to identify and support/participate in similar socially responsible programs, events and activities, with guidance and approval from their RSM.  

It is the responsibility of the DSM to always present themselves in their role and in society in a manner consistent with the Grundfos Brand, including; maintaining personal appearance, vehicle cleanliness and condition and following customer entertainment guidelines PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Using the Employee Development Dialogue (EDD) process the DSM will identify and document their personal development short term and long term growth objectives and in conjunction with their RSM measure their progress to achieving these objectives on an annual basis. 

 

 BE>THINK>INNOVATE>

Being responsible is our foundation.  Thinking ahead makes innovation possible.  Innovation is the essence.  These core values are the soul of the organization. As representatives of the Grundfos organization it is imperative that the DSM demonstrate an understanding and sustained commitment to the promotion of these core values.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1.  Professional sales skills as taught at the PDJA, including key account strategies and plans.

2.  In-depth knowledge of the market segment to which the DSM is assigned and a general knowledge of the other Grundfos target markets.

3.  Demonstrated knowledge of pumps and pumping systems,  rotating equipment including electronically controlled pump systems (VFD, controllers, etc.) for the target market  to which they are assigned.

4.  Ability to develop and deliver effective product presentations at all levels of management and for all sizes of audiences for both internal and external customers.

5.  Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.

6.  Ability to manage individual expense budget and work  with regional team to plan and stay within the regional expense budget.

7. Analytical and systematic approach to business processes, Green Belt certified. Excellent PC skills with above average knowledge and use of  Microsoft Office application programs (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) as well as a good aptitude for learning and applying new systems and programs.

 

Education and Experience: 

Required:  Bachelor’s degree technical discipline, engineering a preferred, business or marketing classes are a plus.  3-5 years pump experience.

 

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.  Must be able to travel 65% of the time.  Must possess a valid U.S. passport.