Develop, maintain and grow Contractual, Agency and segment executive relationships to drive contract compliance, expansion and to ensure Grainger becomes the organizations primary MRO provider in both product and services
Provide functional direction and personal involvement with the Contractual, Agency and segment as required to support the field in the planning, penetration and barrier removal
Responsible for negotiating, maintaining, implementing profitable agreements, both with the customer and field-based sales resources and Grainger resources
Develop and implement Government key initiatives and programs that ensure revenue, cost and profitability targets are achieved
Responsible for comprehensive market analysis to determine segment focus areas and develop overall short-term and long-term segment strategies in collaboration with segment strategy team
Provides expertise to internal business partners establishing a deep understanding of needs, attitudes, and behaviors across segments and develops actionable insights that drive customer engagement and demand
While working cross functionally to ensure that the Contractual, Agency and Regional solutions are in place and executed
Develop and collaborate with DA/Small Business partners to leverage government set aside spend
Expand solution adoption through agency-wide deployment and developing relationships with senior procurement decision makers across functional areas such as Contracting, Procurement, Facilities, Unit Commands and other areas of DoD
Requirements
Previous Sales team leadership with 10+ yrs. professional experience
District Sales Manager experience
Previous leadership position within the Government marketplace
BS/BA required. MBA preferred
Deep understanding within the government marketplace, stakeholders and government policies
Influence external environment and leadership levels across Company, Associations, Customers, Resellers and related markets
Proven track record of establishing strong relationships inside and external to Grainger
Proven track record of execution
Strategic and innovative mindset
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Financial acumen/ ability to manage budgets and understand financial models
Experience winning large complex contract negotiations and realization
Experience selling to the Department of Defense and coaching other Sellers on how to sell within the Military segment
Must be able to travel between 50-70%, on a nationwide basis
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment
6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing
18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date)
6 company holidays per year
6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required
Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools
Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents
Job title
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