Acer America Corporation is a fast-paced, high-growth company in the computer hardware industry. We are looking for an enthusiastic, open-minded sales professional to join our US Retail Consumer Sales Team. The Inside Sales Representative will be supporting our business partnership with Best Buy. This individual will manage and grow the Best Buy business by effectively capturing the customers business requirements, establishing and growing strategic relationships, and implementing consumer first retail strategies.
Job Responsibility Establish strong relationships and trust with Acer cross-functional partners and customers organization to run the business and facilitate opportunities for growth. Capture retailer business requirements and analyze retailer performance metrics to identify sales opportunities. Identify and solve performance issues or problems. Work closely with business planning to facilitate and analyze forecasts to optimize the business for Acer/Best Buy. Monitor in-stock needs and sell-thru trends and provide a proactive strategy to drive sales. Work with internal teams to create and execute marketing, merchandising, ecommerce, product launch and promotional strategies that elevate the Acer brand. Prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders using key metrics and KPIs. Monitor and analyze Acer customer experience, competitive activity, and market data through store visits, site review, ads, etc.Requirements 3+ years of inside sales experience. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Previous work experience with Best Buy or experience in sales partnerships with Best Buy strongly preferred. Previous experience in technology manufacturer or retailer (Wal-Mart, Target, Costco). Detailed understanding of the different retail levers that drive sales, margin, and customer experience. Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and solve problems. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with aptitude in collaborating and building relationships with customers and cross functional partners Candidates located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Minnesota area strongly preferred.
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