Tarkett

Regional Sales Director (Remote-based role)

REMOTEPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Tarkett

  • Job overview

    The Regional Sales Director at Tarkett is responsible for developing new prospects and increasing sales in multifamily, single-family housing, and top customers, playing a key role in driving business growth.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The Regional Sales Director will work with regional and sales teams to increase product sales, forecast projects, drive specifications, conduct product presentations, maintain business plans, gather competitive information, and train sales staff and OEM teams.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers competitive pay, benefits, retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements with a strong commitment to safety.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in sales, entrepreneurial attitude, excellent communication, proficiency in MS Office, and willingness to travel 50-75%.

  • Career development

    The role offers career growth and stability within a global company committed to innovation and sustainability.

  • Work environment and culture

    Tarkett promotes safety as a priority, values diversity and inclusion, and supports an eco-conscious work environment.

  • Company information

    Tarkett is a 140-year-old global leader in flooring and sports surfaces with 12,000 employees, 34 industrial sites, and a commitment to sustainability and circular economy.

  • Job location and travel

    This is a remote-based role with significant overnight travel (50-75%) required.

  • Unique job features

    The job involves working with innovative flooring products, participating in trade shows, and supporting OEM partners with product knowledge training.

Company overview

Tarkett is a global leader in innovative flooring and sports surface solutions, offering a wide range of products including vinyl, laminate, wood, carpet, and linoleum. The company generates revenue through the manufacturing and sale of these flooring solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Founded in 1886, Tarkett has a rich history of innovation and sustainability, with a strong commitment to eco-friendly practices and circular economy principles. Their extensive global presence and diverse product portfolio make them a significant player in the flooring industry.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to showcase your sales leadership experience, especially your ability to manage strategic accounts and drive product sales in multifamily and single-family housing markets, aligning closely with Tarkett's focus areas.

  • Highlight skills in customer evaluation, sales forecasting, and your experience conducting product knowledge presentations and trainings, as these are key responsibilities in the Regional Sales Director role.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Tarkett's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed by recruiters.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Tarkett’s sales and regional management teams; start conversations by referencing recent Tarkett sustainability initiatives or asking about their approach to driving sales in the multifamily housing sector.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'strategic accounts,' 'sales forecasting,' 'product knowledge presentations,' 'OEM partner collaboration,' and 'multifamily housing market' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.

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