At a Glance:
Earn weekly pay with BDS! As the Area Manager you will act as a liaison between the account team and the field and will manage all aspects of the field. You will drive performance against KPIs, advocate for the brand and provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership to your team. Stay up to date on the most current technology and brand initiatives to effectively communicate with your team and consumers.
Compensation:
$60,000 annual salary paid weekly with annual bonus potential of $12,000 paid quarterly
WHAT WE OFFER:
Health and wellness benefits plans
Flexible vacation and holiday policies
Paid parental leave
401(k) with employer matching
Auto and technology allowance
Referral bonus
Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependents, and healthcare costs
Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Manage the performance of a team which will include in-store visitation, performance evaluation, side-by-side selling, career plan development, and other staff assessments as needed
Provide leadership, guidance, and motivation to direct reports in order to develop skill sets based on their career goals and overall program goals
Provide program direction and development; manage program KPIs and provide prompt creation and communication of all reports
Communicate with the client as needed to understand the strategic direction and enable the account team to create added-value programs that achieve client goals and objectives
Provide strategic client solutions in conjunction with the Client Service Director; evaluate program results, impact change and turnkey all aspects of an account
Display a professional demeanor while representing BDS in all settings
Conduct ride-alongs with every member of the team 2X per quarter
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
Experience and Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required; College degree preferred
3+ years of retail management, field management, or territory management; Previous experience in a field sales/retail environment preferred
Consumer Electronics experience required: Wireless knowledge is preferred
Skills and Attributes:
Detail-oriented with a professional demeanor
Ability to manage a team remotely
Strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal
Possess time management and organizational skills
Ability to build relationships and demonstrate solid customer service skills
Must possess strong self-confidence and the ability to build personal credibility
Compelling presentation and influencing skills
Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly
Ability to travel within a designated market 50% of the time
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook
Windows-based PC access
Ability to drive on behalf of the company in compliance with company guidelines with reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance
Physical Requirements:
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 required to:
Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
Occasionally walk and/or stand
Occasionally carry and lift office supplies up to 10 pounds
Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Important Information:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
BDS Connected Solutions. ("BDS") is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.
BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today's disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.
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