1099 or W2 - Wholesale Sales Representative - TX, OK, LA, AR

Job Description

Job Description

About eyebobs
It all started with an a-ha moment. Drugstores were full of cheap readers and optical retailers carried expensive designer frames, but there were no options in the gulf between. Enter eyebobs. Since 2001, we've been making original readers for original people. Our designs are more unique than ever, and our lenses continue to be as functional and high-quality as they’ve ever been.

About American Optical

The oldest and greatest optical company in American history has pioneered optical and eyewear innovation for centuries. AO’s founders believed everyone should have access to eyewear, not just the elite, and changed history by bringing spectacle manufacturing to the US. Since then, AO has originated sunwear styles worn by pilots, Presidents, and NASA space crews.

Position Summary
Due to the continued expansion of our Wholesale Channel, eyebobs and American Optical have an exciting opportunity for a Sales Representative with responsibility for building and managing partner relationships with Specialty Retailers in multiple channels, (Gift, Boutique, Men’s, and Travel) and supporting premium optical points of distributions across our TOLA territory. Serving as an advocate in the market representing our premium readers and American Optical (AO) sunglasses, this position provides a comprehensive set of programs and ongoing support to our customers to help grow their eyewear brand assortment. This position requires demonstrated experience in growing and closing sales and will be focused on prospecting and developing new accounts, building long-term customer relationships, and increasing sales revenue. The Sales Representative will be evaluated on the ability to meet sales quotas and revenue targets while focusing on the customer experience with both sell-in and sell-through efforts. This position requires proven territory management skills, reliable transportation, an enthusiasm for extensive travel (ability to be on the road 4-5 days/week), and the ability to carry and lift multiple sample bags weighing up to 50 pounds.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Represents eyebobs, American Optical and future affiliated eyewear brands to Specialty Retailers and premium optical points of distribution in assigned territory, promoting the value proposition of the brand while ensuring brand integrity in the short, medium, and long term.
• Develops annual business plan to achieve both quantitative and qualitative objectives for assigned territory in alignment with Wholesale Channel strategy.
• Cultivates existing customer base while continuously prospecting for new accounts (Hunter Mentality) in the market; builds strong working relationships with customer leaders and decision makers.
• Achieves monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.
• Proactively manages distribution in assigned territory using excellent judgment to ensure the highest quality targets and maximum doors opened.
• Ensures brand visual merchandising and distribution quality standards are met - refreshes marketing materials regularly along with board space to reflect brand positioning and support sell-thru of product.
• Follows and executes sales process and standards for the company.
• Utilizes brand materials to conduct regular in-store trainings to reinforce product knowledge and ensure consumer messaging is accurate and on brand.
• Attends and represents eyebobs at local, regional, and national trade shows.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven success as an Outside / Territory Sales professional. If you have been in the Optical Industry, that is a plus!
• High School Diploma or equivalent, college degree is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with NuOrder or similar ordering platform helpful
• Ability to carry and lift multiple sample bags, weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and great driving record
• Overnight travel up to 100% to support territory coverage and attend trade shows
• Reside in assigned territory (TOLA)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven ability to meet and exceed specified sales goals.
• Strong prospecting skills and new business development (Hunter).
• Strong relationship building and business development skills.
• Skilled in time, territory, and call cycle management.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service and listening skills.
• High energy, stamina, and resourcefulness, with the ability to be on the road 4-5 days a week.
• Driven to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Competitive desire to grow eyebobs Wholesale business.
• Clear, common-sense thinker with critical reasoning skills.
• Able to obtain and retain information, evaluate alternatives, seek advice, make recommendations, and take action.
• Collaborative/cooperative relations with leadership and corporate colleagues.

Join the Team
It's our mission to help glasses-wearers everywhere feel the most "themselves" they ever have. How? Through bold, one-of-a-kind glasses, championing self-expression, and having a little bit of fun along the way (only a little). If this sounds like a good reason to get out of bed in the morning, you may be a good addition to the team. We seek self-starters who are highly motivated, goal-oriented, passionate, hardworking, and memorable. The ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential. Find out more and apply at eyebobs.com!