The Role
The Associate Sales Manager, Pool Solutions, will be responsible for front-line sales and customer service delivery. This includes acquiring new customers, driving growth with existing accounts, managing distributors, and providing first-level technical support. The role is critical in expanding the Pool Solutions business and ensuring customer satisfaction through best-in-class performance and cost-effective solutions.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Drive Revenue Growth (Aligned to Annual Operating Plan) :
- Acquire new customers directly and through channel partners.
- Increase share of wallet by cross-selling new pool technologies.
- Promote innovations and expand into new market segments.
- Update Salesforce weekly with all growth opportunities.
- Conduct product trials at customer locations.
Retain and Grow Existing Accounts :
Ensure service excellence and deliver on performance and cost commitments.Leverage the Solenis Value Advantage framework to capture delivered value.Maintain strong, multi-tiered customer relationships.Implement strategic price increases.Provide first-level troubleshooting and technical advice.Sales Forecasting & Collections :
Ensure timely accounts receivable collections.Maintain accurate and timely sales forecasting.Channel Partner / Distributor Management :
Grow business through existing channel partners.Expand coverage by appointing new distributors.Track and report secondary sales.Monitor and improve distributor ROI.Market Intelligence :
Keep track of industry trends and competitor activities.Cross-Functional Collaboration :
Collaborate closely with supply chain, HR, finance, R&D, procurement, and leadership teams.Continuous Development :
Participate in 100 hours of learning annually.Stay updated on market and technological trends.Ethics & Integrity :
Demonstrate and promote ethical practices across all activities.Education, Experience & Key Attributes
Education / Experience :
Technical background required (Engineering or Science).Prior experience in pool or water treatment industries preferred.Familiarity with disinfection, filtration, and water quality management for recreational water is advantageous.Key Attributes :
High learning agility and adaptability.Self-driven with a results-oriented mindset.Strong communication and relationship-building skills.Collaborative and ethical team player.Ambitious with a passion for sustainable and safe water management.Skills Required
Sales And Business Development, Sales Forecasting