Trades Specialist - Nashville

About the role

The Trades Specialist position is part of the Commercial Construction field sales team in Nashville, TN. This role requires up to 50% local travel.

Responsibilities

• Achieve top-line sales targets based on division and local market goals & objectives through selling DEWALT PTE, HTAS, STANLEY, LENOX, IRWIN, BOSTITCH, PORTERCABLE brands to end-user customers.
• Establish, develop, and maintain key relationships with end-user partners through product and services solutions, as well as management of CORE and other SBD user contracts and programs for user responsibilities.
• Teach and mentor local market teams on the process of End User development, including identifying key contacts and understanding the purchasing process.
• Partner with Channel Marketing to implement and coordinate marketing initiatives.
• Maintain and use SalesForce.com as a CRM and planning tool.
• Communicate successes and failures in a timely manner to develop a more streamlined process and future for success with key accounts and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, or related fields preferred.
• Relevant construction field experience could be a substitute for higher education.
• 3+ years of experience in Sales or Marketing for Construction Supplies with a proven track record delivering results and experience selling to high-level executives, C-Suite, and jobsite directors preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, problem-solving, verbal and written communication, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Valid Driver's License and physical ability to travel up to 50% within territory assignment.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications; Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of construction industry and products.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• Volunteerism and sustainability programs.

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Schedule

Field-based position with up to 50% local travel required.