Title : Job Description – Market Development Manager at Kohler Co.
Introduction
At Kohler Co., we are a leading global manufacturer in the plumbing industry, known for our high-quality products, innovative designs, and commitment to customer satisfaction. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our team as a Market Development Manager.
Job Purpose
This role exists to Strengthen the dealer network by developing an on boarding new dealers in line with Kohler's store expansion targets.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Scouting for new store in the assigned catchment areas within the territory
- Pitching to potential dealers and influence them to be a part of the Kohler dealership network
- Co-ordinate with internal teams for execution to ensure appropriate store design and timely launch
- Onboarding – Ensure successful onboarding of dealer; including onboarding on Kohler's internal IT systems (KIOSC, SDFC etc.) and SOPs of Kohler's Dealer policies
- Co-ordination with Learning team to ensure training of dealer, dealer staff and store promoter (if applicable)
- Coordinate and arrange activities for showroom opening event – show & tell events, plumber visits, joint calls to specifiers etc.
- Handover to mainline sales teams after execution. Ensure adequate knowledge transfer and transfer of relationship to the mainline teams.
Skills And Knowledge
5-7 years sales management experience.Must possess strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.Mature, self-driven and result oriented.Must be willing to travel throughout the assigned region.MBA – Sales / Marketing qualification preferred or graduate with at least 5-7 years of experience.Skills Required
Sales Management