Penn Foster

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.. As the Sales Director for the Lifestyle division, you will be responsible for overseeing and driving the sales efforts of our company's lifestyle products, with an emphasis on footwear.. An exceptional employee discount on all our products and sister brands (Arc’teryx, Armada, Atomic, Wilson). As the Sales Director for the Lifestyle division, you will play a critical role in shaping the success and growth of our company's lifestyle products, particularly in the footwear category.

sales director

Company Description
Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.
“The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.
Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its sustainable program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France. Job Description
As the Sales Director for the Lifestyle division, you will be responsible for overseeing and driving the sales efforts of our company's lifestyle products, with an emphasis on footwear. Your primary objective will be to develop and execute strategic sales initiatives to maximize revenue, expand market presence, and foster strong customer relationships within the lifestyle segment.
WHAT MAKES THIS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK & PLAY:
Hybrid work schedule
A generous PTO policy, plus 15 paid annual holidays and 2 floating holidays
Half-day Fridays for 6 months of the year
An exceptional employee discount on all our products and sister brands (Arc’teryx, Armada, Atomic, Wilson)
“Powder Bell” powder days throughout the winter season
Free gym membership and resort season pass to local locations & mountains
Opportunities to engage in the community and with industry partners
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily:
As the Sales Director for the Lifestyle division, you will play a critical role in shaping the success and growth of our company's lifestyle products, particularly in the footwear category. Your strategic vision, leadership abilities, and passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences will be instrumental in driving sales and fostering strong partnerships with key stakeholders.
Sales Strategy Development:
Collaborate with Brand/Merchandising/Sales teams to formulate comprehensive sales strategies and action plans to achieve revenue targets and penetrate new markets within the lifestyle segment.
Sales Team Leadership:
Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to achieve individual and team sales targets.
Set clear performance expectations, regularly evaluate team performance, and implement training and development programs to enhance the team's skills and capabilities.
Customer Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, distributors, and retailers to drive customer loyalty and satisfaction.
Work closely with the customer support and account management teams to ensure prompt resolution of issues and seamless customer experiences.
Market Analysis and Competitor Intelligence:
Provide feedback from interactions with accounts, key influencers, sales team, etc.
Utilize market insights to adjust sales strategies, provide recommendations for product offerings, and positioning our brand competitively.
Sales Forecasting and Reporting:
Develop accurate sales forecasts and track sales performance against targets regularly.
Prepare comprehensive sales reports and presentations for senior management to highlight progress, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
Product Promotion and Marketing Collaboration:
Work closely with the marketing and merchandising teams to design and execute effective promotional campaigns, product launches, and marketing initiatives to increase brand visibility and drive demand.
Budget Management:
Manage the sales budget effectively, ensuring that resources are allocated optimally to achieve the desired outcomes.
Exercise financial discipline and cost-control measures while striving for sales excellence.
Trade Shows and Events:
Represent the company at industry trade shows, events, and conferences to showcase products, generate leads, and expand the company's network. Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, ABILITIES & COMPETENCIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Proven track record of successful sales leadership, preferably within the lifestyle or footwear industry.
Strong understanding of sales principles, strategies, and customer relationship management.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and lead sales teams to achieve and exceed targets.
Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and interpret market data and trends.
Creative problem-solving skills and a customer-centric approach.
Proficiency in using CRM software and sales analytics tools.
Flexibility to travel as needed for business-related activities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk. The employee must occasionally kneel, stoop, crouch, twist and lift to 30 pounds, with or without accommodation.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Additional Information
Permanent Contract, Full Time
Job based in Ogden, UT or remotely from New York City #J-18808-Ljbffr

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