To apply please Click Here or e-mail kclements @ budk.com.

Sales Manager

Manage the relationships with United Cutlery customers, new sales opportunities, inventory needs and sales forecasts, and liquidation strategies.

Generate sales and manage relationships with current United Cutlery partners
Pursue new United Cutlery sales partners which align with overall On The Edge strategies
Develop and execute sales strategies and new opportunities
Plan, setup, and attend trade shows
Travel to keep in good standing with key partners/attend customer shows and events as needed
Merchandise and forecast sales for key partners as needed and manage/communicate inventory needs to merchandising and inventory control
Maintain appropriate inventory levels for customer needs and forecasts, and manage inventory liquidation/closeout strategies to avoid issues with aging inventory
Maintain customer agreements, distributor agreements and requirements, and co-op agreements. Communicate with appropriate parties and ensure adherence to customer requirements regarding order entry, labeling, shipping, invoicing, and all other customer communication
Manage and guide inside sales/customer service representative to ensure execution of operational strategies and provide strong communication to selling partners
Maintain communication with Accounting department regarding customer account standing and backorder allocation priorities

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation)
Strong knowledge of merchandise, inventory levels, and production/delivery schedules for communicating and presenting to selling partners
Data analysis skills and responsible decision-making skills
Strong knowledge of all aspects of United Cutlery operation
Highly organized
Ability to manage and multi-task
Ability to travel as needed

Four year college degree in Business Management, Sales/Marketing, or closely related field with a minimum 5 years business experience.

To apply please Click Here or e-mail kclements @ budk.com.