Senior Account Manager #10131

Senior Account Manager #10131Salary: TBD / DOE









Built on a long history of tradition and innovation, Blount, Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer and marketer of Oregon® cutting chain, guide bars, and chain drive sprockets for chainsaws.

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, we operate six manufacturing facilities worldwide and distribute our products in over 110 countries through a broad and loyal network of partners. We serve a global market that sells to original equipment manufacturers, professional loggers, home owners and other consumers through a diverse network of distributors, dealers and mass merchandisers.

Striving for excellence is nothing new to us. Producing a quality product and surrounding ourselves with sharp people is how we do business. If this is what you are all about, then come make the cut with us!

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES WILL INCLUDE:

We have an exciting opportunity to develop and grow our business opportunities for the US Consumer and US OEM groups of Blount Inc. by increasing our sales and market share while maintaining solid profits.Service our National Consumer accounts and Forestry OEMs, as well as directing rep-based agencies
Work with customer corporate merchandise staff, buyers, training and service personnel, store associates and Blount, Inc. personnel Provide hands-on agency direction, supervision and training
Develop marketing programs for new and existing products to maximize sales
Act as a key member of the new product launch team and play a critical role in leading the new product initiatives

EXPERIENCE: 5 - 10 years of direct sales experience with Outdoor Power Equipment or related accessory products to national retail chains or to Original Equipment Manufacturers. 2 - 3 years of experience managing contract sales agencies preferred

EDUCATION:
4-year college degree in business, marketing or related field required. MBA a plus.

SKILLS:
Demonstrated history of successfully managing national accounts as well as new product launch experience Excellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills required Leadership training or demonstrated experience Effective communication skills - both written and verbal

EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE: Medical and Dental Insurance 401 K Flexible Spending Accounts Educational reimbursement Paid Vacation and Holidays Disability income Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth Onsite Fitness Center Credit Union Employee Assistance Program Commute Options Program To apply for this position, please visit: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=OREGONCUTTING&cws=1&rid=130