Deputy Director, Business Development & Sales

SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. With over 97,000 employees in 130 countries and operating a network of more than 2,400 offices and laboratories, we provide services to almost every industry by assuring quality and safety of products and services.

Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential.

Position Summary

As the Deputy Director, Business Development & Sales, you will be responsible for your individual sales revenue in your portfolio and the Key Account Management Team focused on SGS Product Testing and Inspections for US Based Retailers, Brands, and or Manufacturers for services executed both Domestically and Internationally. The position drives and generates opportunities for revenue growth within assigned Global account and consistent with preset SGS global key account initiatives and strategies.

• The Senior Sales Manager will mentor, lead and drive the Key Account Management staff to deliver exceptional service for the Hardline’s legacy accounts and continue to properly present all SGS services to grow the market share within the respective account portfolios and personal portfolio.
• Works to develop a strategic partnership between self and SGS the company, with senior levels of client base – assisting in providing creative and innovative solutions to client business strategies.
• Collaborate with SBU’s to increase HL growth and presence with Retailers and Brands managed by HL. Identify business opportunities within HL Main Product Segments and partner with Operations,Technical Teams to enhance capabilities.
• Manage the global network activity to ensure SOP compliance and prompt and accurate response to client inquiries or assignments.
• Collaborates with the Key Account Management Team to facilitate effective coordination of job orders, enquiries and technical exchanges between SGS affiliates, offices and personnel involved in the execution of the contract.
• Maximize existing revenue potential by networking with decision-makers within the account.
• Attend regular meetings with Key Account Management Staff at the client for marketing purposes, business development, technical governance, performance reviews, resolution of areas of conflict, delivery of invoices and reports.
• Collaborates with the Sales/Business Development Director in assigning new accounts and business opportunities to the Key Account Management Team, as needed, and maintain KAM Legacy Account Matrix up to date.
• Close engagement with overseas affiliates to ensure strategic global account alignment and market approach. Other responsibilities as required.
• Leadership and Management of the HL Key Account Management Team that is responsible for maintaining daily account management activities in accordance with SGS strategies and individual Targets and KPI’s.
• Mentor & Support the Key Account Management Team in an effort to expand SGS category Lab Approvals by US HL Customers for testing and inspection services.
• Support RFP Global Coordination when required for Legacy Account Management Accounts.
• Collaborate and support the Key Account Management (KAM) Team to maximize legacy account portfolio, retention of accounts, and strategically position SGS as the preferred lab by delivering and elevating the client experience from our competitors.
• Define and monitor KPI’s and Key Account Management Revenue Targets.
• Support and collaborate with the Sales Director to develop action plans to penetrate new markets, product categories for legacy accounts.
• Collaborate with Key Account Management Staff for Client Meetings, Quarterly Business Reviews, Client lab visits.
• Participate in Global Account Alignment calls. Strong engagement with SGS Global Affiliates.
• Travel to Client HQ’s for Business Review Meetings.
• Responsible for annual review of accounts, revenue targets and staff performance.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree Required     
•  10+ years of experience in Account Management Required 
•  Global Experience       Required
• 5+years supervisory experience Required     

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

• Leadership Skills - Proven leadership skills, ability to coordinate and motivate staff towards a common goal. Must take ownership of objectives and hold self-accountable.   

• Ability to develop, communicates, and drives the execution of strategies/initiatives for the Account Management Team, as well as at all levels of the organization.         

• Strong project management skills.            

• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.          

• Service-oriented and client-centric mindset. Professional; high standards in personal presentations     

• Ability to network and engage the commitment of others. Troubleshooter, problem solver          

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A dynamic, collaborative work environment.
• Access to cutting-edge cryptographic technology and tools.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Stand: Occasionally
• Move or traverse: Frequently
• Sit: Constantly
• Use hands: Constantly
• Reach with hands and arms: Occasionally
• Climb or balance: Occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Occasionally
• Talk/hear: Constantly
• Taste/Smell: Occasionally
• Lift/carry/push or pull: Occasionally 30 lbs

Additional information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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