Diadora Hiring for Running Specialty Sales Rep – Central States at Greater Philadelphia Full Time

About us:

Diadora has been in the market for over 70 years and has helped write some of the greatest stories in the history of sport.

Located in the footwear district of Montebelluna, internationally renowned for expertly crafted sports shoes and home to some exceptional niche products, it has made craftsmanship, innovation and authenticity the key values at the heart of its sports and lifestyle collections.

Today, Diadora is present in more than 60 markets worldwide and continues to expand thanks to a vast array of cutting-edge performance-focused products, with its running, football and tennis lines and fashion products, with its premium Heritage and Sportswear lines.

Main Responsibilities:

We are looking for an extremely motivated individual, extremely passionate about the business of Running. This person would manage, inspire and grow the account base in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska.

The ideal candidate, will manage e in charge of the following activities:

• Incubation and management of Run Specialty accounts in the outlined territory.
• Determine retail partner needs and work on plans to exceed expectations.
• Plan and lead in-store events for retail staff/management to build passion and knowledge for Diadora.
• Meet and exceed seasonal sales goals and targets.
• Prepare and deliver sales proposals/presentations and follow up with key decision makers.
• Develop and maintain an awareness of market behavior and competitive trends and respond accordingly.
• Regularly meet with sales supervisor to review weekly sales activities, progress on goals, status and prospective customers.
• Complete weekly recaps of appointments and plan future meetings with active and potential customers.

Key Requirements:

• Ability to travel in territory every week.
• Previous experience in the market will be preferred.
• Strong computing and operation skills, especially Excel.
• Proven customer results.
• Negotiation skills.
• Practiced analytical skills and problem solving oriented.
• Positive, proactive and flexible attitude.
• Strong communication and relationship skills; team–work oriented.
• Responsibility to learn and proficiently use the company’s systems on a daily basis.
• Ability to travel for national, and occasional international events.

Why work with us?

This is an incredible opportunity to become part of a dynamic company that will spark interest, inspire and offer an extraordinary experience in sports and lifestyle through its passion and technological innovation and the pinnacle of traditional craftsmanship. You will get the opportunity to learn, think and grow, while expressing your personality and talent.

We firmly believe that diversity in all its forms – gender, colour, age, race, nationality, culture, religious belief, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability – enriches the workplace. This is why we strive to create a diverse workforce.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.