Sales and Education Executive - Chicago 2

Sales and Education Executive - Chicago 2

07 Sep 2024
Illinois, Chicago, 60601 Chicago USA

Sales and Education Executive - Chicago 2

Murad Skincare has a 30-year legacy of developing clinically proven products that are backed by science and cruelty-free. Founded by dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad, we follow four pillars of wellness to create products and experiences for happier lives: Eat your water, be kind to your mind, nourish your skin, and awaken your body. We’re proud to be part of the Unilever prestige family that works every day towards enhancing sustainability and inclusivity. We stand against discrimination and hate, and actively advocate for inclusion: so much so that one of our core values is respect, connect, and appreciate. Our team members are as diverse as they are talented—each bringing a unique perspective to an environment that encourages coloring outside of the lines, speaking up, and collaboration—and we’re ready for you to join our team!The Sales and Education Executive (SEE) is a retail, education, and client-centric role, responsible for achieving sales targets in an assigned market, cultivating relationships, building brand awareness, and achieving product launch objectives. The primary objective of the SEE role is to drive revenue, product awareness, and increase sales while developing and strengthening our position as a leader in the retail, beauty, and health and wellness arena. Other functions include assessing business to identify opportunities, planning to achieve growth, and creating by-door strategies for success that include education, events, and sales support to drive sell-through. The SEE is responsible for creating an action plan monthly, quarterly, and annually, to achieve these targets. The SEE plays an integral role in executing the successful launch of new products including account education, promotional activity, and events. Additionally, the SEE will effectively utilize tools and resources in the way the company has mandated.RESPONSIBILITIES:SALES:

Drives sales to meet metrics as outlined by leadership

Develops territory strategy to maximize sell through of inventory

Plans and executes events to sales goals

Reviews daily, weekly, and monthly sales

Prepares business reviews with leadership team

Create product demonstration plans for product launches

Ability to impact and work with remote stores from a far to drive sales volume

Create and execute plans to improve brand ranking by store in an assigned territory

TRAINING:

Educate and train store staff on Murad brand knowledge and product demonstration

Plan and execute quarterly meetings with Store Management, District Managers, Department Managers, and District Trainers

Strong presentation skills both one on one and with larger groups

Ability to adapt training to individual skill sets

COMMUNICATION, RELATIONSHIPS, AND TIME MANAGEMENT:

Self-motivated to lead and represent Murad in the best light possible with retail partners

Communicate season presentation to Store Management and Store Selling Staff

Communicates sales and ranking with store leadership during visits, calls, and meetings

Collect and report any out of stock situation to National Account Managers

Responsible for thoughtful spending and accurate weekly submission of T &E budget

Support execution and following up regarding merchandise linear, case line, secondary location according to Merchandising guidelines and Retail Plan o Gram

Participates and is prepared for weekly conference calls, touch bases, and monthly formal touch bases

Manages freelance team and budget ethically

UTILIZES TOOLS AND RESOURCES:

Responsible for daily recap and assigned missions with “Go Spot Check”

Uses tools, gratis, samples, education materials as instructed by leadership

Makes the best use of tools such as IPADs, Skin tools to support and drive the business

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 2 years in the beauty industry, or health and wellness space

Bachelor’s Degree in preferred but not required

Experience with large retail accounts

Strong track record of achieving and exceeding retail sales

Strong time management skills

Positive attitude

Resilient in nature

Ability to pivot in order to succeed

Powerful business acumen

Comprehension of daily administrative requirements such as, outlook, excel, basic computer skills, etc.

Familiarity with retailers: Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom preferred

Social media savvy

Associate must live in the assigned main market or territory as directed by leadership (any cost incurred by moving or change will not be absorbed by Murad)

Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and cannot have any travel restrictions.

Must have a car and reliable transportation to and from work

Overnight travel required, percentage of time will vary by market

ATTRIBUTES:

Excellent sales skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize

Ability to work autonomously

Flexibility in schedule to meet business needs

Team player and works well with others

Ability to develop and maintain relationships

Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality

Ability to motivate others

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:

Must be able to stand for up to 8 hours a day

Flexible with work schedule 5 to 6 days per week

100% of time performing activity – presentation, assisted selling

50% of the time performing activity such as lifting, bending, standing, carrying boxes

The expected base salary for this position is $70,000 to $75,000. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience, skills, education, geographic location, and budget. This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results. This position is commission-eligible. In addition to base salary, Murad offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings plans and company match, paid family leave, education-related programs, paid holidays, discretionary vacation time, and more.#LI-SB1Murad is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. Murad is an equal opportunity employer; committed to creating a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.EOE race/color/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/vet

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