Account Manager

Candidate needs to be based in territory geography (Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC ) ABOUT THE WELLA COMPANY Together, WE enable individuals to look, feel, and be their true selves. WellaCompany is one of the world’s leading beauty companies, comprised of a family of iconic brands such as Wella Professionals, Clairol, OPI, Nioxin and ghd. With 6,000 employees globally, presence in over 100 countries, WellaCompany and its brands enable consumers to look, feel, and be their true selves. As innovators in the hair and nail industry, WellaCompany empowers its people to delight consumers, inspire beauty professionals, engage communities, and deliver sustainable growth to its stakeholders.For additional information about the Wella Company please visit THE ROLE The Account Manager (Full-Service Sales BSG channel) is expected to deliver business targets in Value (Net Consumption sales, Net Gain) and Distribution (gaining competitive doors, retaining and growing existing customers). We are perceived as the #1 partner to the Salons and to the Distributor (BSG) Sales Team. Developing a strong knowledge of the Beauty Industry, Competition, Wella Portfolio (products, services, education offerings) and Sales data are all additional requirements. Deliver and reinforce the value of Education, Digital offerings, Marketing/Sales activities and sell through activities for salons captured in a customized Joint Business Plan delivered with your Education Partner to top salons. Positively Influence the BSG-Distributor Leadership (Director & Field Sales Leaders) and SBC (Salon Business Consultant) by developing their capabilities to sell The WellaCompany's Professional Portfolio and by supporting their business needs via the Company’s resources. Responsible for tracking and articulating business data (sales reports) defined by the business unit. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES BUSINESS Achieve assigned bi-annual and annual targets for consumption and gain new customer metrics. Plan & Execute BEST IN CLASS Distributor (BSG) Sales Meetings and Trainings (virtual & live) with your Salon Business Consultant team to clearly define and exceed Objectives & Expectations. Proactively develop relationship with your local Cosmoprof (BSG) stores to support the Wella Portfolio. Communicate regularly with your Sales-Manager & Education partner to provide regular updates and plan interventions if needed. Actively prospect your market to identify and close competitive brand salons to GAIN new business (30%) ORGANIZATION Successfully complete self-directed learning plans assigned by Manager and clearly articulate how learning is applied in day-to-day functions. Customer Portfolio Management: identify and create strategic profile of prospects to increase horizontal distribution and any growth opportunity within existing doors to increase Wella penetration. Operate with Excellence: Create a Journey Plan that identifies Salon and SBC’s (Salon Business Consultants) as a development and growth priority. OPERATIONS High Performing Organization (HPO): Responsible to achieve targets by investing sufficient time and resources in the field- 75% (customer calls / prospect calls). Being efficient using the company digital tools. Use Frontline tools: be agile by using the various Digital sales tools and support provided by the business unit to maximize productivity and increase the number of prospecting calls. Operate within Budget and Company guidelines: act within financial stewardship adhering to Company policies. Data & Report: Complete analysis of sales & business reports and identify key individual opportunities to maximize sales revenues monthly. QUALIFICATIONS Proven track record delivering sales results (min 3 years) in a business-to-business account Management role Interest in Beauty industry Strong skills on MS Office including Excel and PPT development Valid driving license & willing to travel/spend 75% of time in market. We disclose the compensation range for positions in compliance with local law. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, skills and in comparison, to internal incumbents currently in similar roles. Pay Range: $78,000-$105,000 s alary per year. The range listed is just one component of Wella Company's total rewards package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonus plan or variable pay, depending on the role. In addition, Wella Company provides a rich variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). NOTICES All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr