Job Location : Phoenix,AZ, USA
**At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.**
**JOB SUMMARY:**
The Strategic Account Manager is responsible for growth of sales revenue to assigned commercial customers & dealers. Establishing and maintaining strong customer & dealer relationships as a single point of contact, creating new sales opportunities, and projecting a professional image on behalf of Polaris Commercial will be necessary for success. The Strategic Account Manager works closely with other team leaders to drive business growth, support customer requirements and take ownership of all business activities within their respective region.
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Set and achieve sales targets by assigned vertical markets & dealers.
+ Create and submit formal product quotes to assigned customers & dealers and support quote opportunities for other sales team members.
+ Use CRM as a single source of truth to record customer activity with quotes, orders, and invoices.
+ Manage sales funnel in defined market verticals through use of CRM.
+ Lead customer relationships and pursuits - serve as single point of contact with assigned customers & dealers regarding basic technical questions, order and delivery status, invoicing and accounts payable questions, and other related issues with the national account customers & dealers.
+ Lead and assist with promoting the Commercial brand through product demonstrations.
+ Work with cross functional sales ops, marketing, technical and non-technical teams to support all customer and dealer needs.
+ Providing sales forecasts based on new sales opportunities within assigned accounts & dealers.
+ Use vertical market knowledge to hunt for additional direct accounts, working in tandem with business development leadership to drive new sales revenue.
+ Work with Channel Development team to enhance channel for optimal performance.
+ Participate in process improvement initiatives, setting efficiency targets around customer experience
+ Create and share customer, marketplace, and competitive intelligence reporting.
+ Always represent Polaris in a professional manner and promotes professionalism and goodwill within the dealer network.
**SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:**
+ Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, finance, communications, or related field.
+ Minimum 5-6 years of progressive B2B sales experience required.
+ Knowledge of procurement process and management of enterprise level customers a must.
+ Ability to establish and strengthen customer relationships.
+ Strong numeric skills, with the ability to calculate amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
+ Knowledge and experience and/or aptitude working with financial and insurance services.
+ Proficiency with computer programs: Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
+ Excellent phone and written communication skills are required.
**WORKING CONDITIONS:**
+ Field based position: Mountain or Pacific Time Zone Preferred, near major airport.
+ Home office environment with support from corporate location.
+ Travel: Extensive regional travel is required, estimated between 50-75%.
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This position is not eligible for sponsorship
_We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE._ _Apply today!_
At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
**About Polaris**
As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER, RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com
**EEO Statement**
Polaris is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at