Vista Outdoor Inc. (NYSE: VSTO) - a 2015 spinoff of Alliant Techsystems (ATK) - is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. We serve these markets through a diverse portfolio of brands that provide consumers with a range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products, including sporting ammunition and firearms, outdoor accessories, outdoor sports optics, personal hydration systems, golf rangefinders, stand-up paddle boards, and performance eyewear. Major brands include Federal Premium,Bushnell, CamelBak, Savage Arms, BLACKHAWK!, Final Approach, Uncle Mike's, Alliant Powder, Bolle, Champion Targets, Jimmy Styks and Serengeti among many others. Vista Outdoor serves a broad range of end consumers, including outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and recreational shooters, professional athletes, as well as law enforcement and military professionals.
Vista Outdoor was born of an innate desire to exceed the lofty expectations of outdoor enthusiasts across the globe. We know what it means to reach for the top, to truly test your mettle, to overcome mental and physical boundaries and thrive in the world outside. The people who lace up every day to work for Vista Outdoor and our many brands understand the trust our customers place in the products we make. Our employees represent the spirit of achievement, a duty to honor and a passion to continually innovate. We tirelessly evolve our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course, in the wild and on the battlefield. Vista Outdoor is not just a name on the door; we're the people crafting the products that help inspire you to attain the impossible.
Vista Outdoor is headquartered just outside Salt Lake City, Utah and employs over 5,800 people worldwide.
The Position
Our Ontario, Canada location is seeking a National Account Manager to add to our team. This role will promote the sale of products to new and established national accounts to achieve sales objectives and greater market penetration.
Responsibilities
Develop and service national accounts and establish and maintain preferred vendor and/or product status for an account.
Assist clients in evaluating the economic potential of the business.
Communicate marketing information to the field sales force for follow-on sales.
Maintain relationships with key buyers.
Develop new business at retail through assisting reps with assortments and product knowledge. Conducting sales presentations.
Contact and make pre-planned sales presentations to national accounts.
Monitor and maintain forecasts and fill rates.
Maintain up-to-date and accurate sales records.
Quote prices and delivery dates and demonstrate and provide instruction on the use of products. Create National Promotions and special make-up productions.
Assist in developing presentation package, pricing structure, and new products
Keep informed of new products and other information of interest to customers. Investigates new applications or improvements to products.
Provides marketing intelligence to sales management and may participate in the development of sales forecasts and strategies.
Study marketing information on vendors.
Qualifications
Minimum 8+ years with B.A. or related relevant industry experience.
Must be able to travel at least 50% of the time.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Must have sporting, ammunition accessories and firearms knowledge.
Working knowledge of the Canadian firearms industry.
Familiarity with Canadian firearms law.
Must have a valid Canadian firearms license (PAL)
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please apply online: www.vistaoutdoor.com/careers Search Job Number 33171
