Job Description

Professional Tool Specialist (Los Angeles, CA)

Requisition ID

: (20010213)

Primary Location

: United States-California-Los Angeles

Job Function

: Sales

Job Posting Date

: Jan 22, 2021, 8:23:25 PM

The Professional Tool Specialist is to increase the sales and brand preference of Greenlee and RIDIGID tools though the effective demonstration and communication of our overall value proposition to the end user customer base. This person will effectively and efficiently provide hands on demonstrations to targeted end user using RIDGID/Greenlee purpose-built vehicles equipped with RIDGID/Greenlee tools. Hands on demonstration can occur at end users work sites, training centers, garages and meeting rooms. Success of this position will be measured by increased territory revenue, product line conversions, end user relationships, and new product acceptance.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for directly promoting the entire RIDGID/Greenlee product line to end-users in the Electrical, Mechanical, Utility, Plumbing, and Industrial segments at the local level.

Works closely and develops relationships at all levels of the customer chain: Electricians, plumbers, linemen, foreman, superintendents, safety directors, work methods managers, purchasing agents, warehouse managers, project managers and owners.

Capable of engaging with local union and non-union training centers to conduct training to apprenticeship and journeymen. Responds to requests quickly and understands the sense of urgency in construction.

Ability to communicate and demonstrate our value proposition of Faster-Safer-Easier that our tools bring to all members of the decision-making chain listed above.

Develops and executes plans to get RIDGID/Greenlee products specified-in and standardized at key end-user customers in all segments and within defined territories. Reports progress of demonstrations, trainings, and opportunities with 360 data capture application. Submits presentations, expense reports, and other plans in a timely manner.

Works with Product Managers on leads generated from large regional, national and global construction and utility firms and

executes the placement of our tools at the local level.

Reports to the PTS LEAD and Director of Strategic Contractor Relations supporting multiple territories and channels within the defined area and will follow up on pre-qualified leads that are generated from RIDGID/Greenlee Territory Managers, Regional Sales Managers, Product Managers, and Distributor Sales and Greenlee Inside sales, along with customer requests.

Ability to work as part of a team and contribute to the success of the team by fostering relationships with other RIDGID/Greenlee team members, end-user customers as well as distribution partners. Communicate leads to the sales team, along with conveying competitive threats and market trends.

The ability to understand the needs and challenges of our end user customers and articulate a solution to the need.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Minimum (0-2) years of experience with tool applications. Strong mechanical aptitude with electrical, utility or plumbing tools.

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to synthesize large amounts of information into a clear and concise summary.

Good organizational skills and as well as strong analytical, problem solving & influencing skills.

Korn Ferry Competencies:

* Action Oriented
* Collaborates
* Customer Focus
* Builds Networks
* Plans & Aligns
* Resourcefulness
* Instills Trust

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