RJ Reynolds Territory Manager / Sales Representative Job in Davenport, Iowa US

Territory Manager / Sales Representative / Trade MarketingRJ Reynolds Tobacco Company  Description   Important Note: The location that you apply through may not be the location where you are assigned in the field. You will need to be willing to relocate in order to be considered for this position.We are seeking energetic salespeople who can engage, educate and connect with our adult tobacco consumers. We want to engage Adult Tobacco Consumers in a "1 to 1" manner with the purpose of gaining trial and conversion to RJRT brands. We want to establish relationships with our Retail Partners that provide them with valuable insights about the tobacco category, consumer profiles/trends and consistently exceed their expectations in our knowledge and our attentiveness to their overall business needs. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a high performance environment and have the talent to deliver these challenging business objectives. If you have those qualities, we want to give you an opportunity to maximize your potential and begin an exciting career with RJ Reynolds Tobacco. Job Summary Trade Marketing/Sales Representatives are assigned to a geographic territory where they are responsible for: ·         Calling on established traditional and nontraditional retail outlets ·         Selling and executing national/local brand building marketing programs and initiatives within these accounts ·         Achieving assigned quantitative and qualitative sales goals and brand building measures ·         Building outstanding relationships with store managers/owners by providing expert tobacco/consumer insights and advice through the development of individual business plans ·         Participating in relationship marketing by conducting effective "1 to 1" Consumer Engagements through a thorough understanding of Consumer Marketing Brand Strategies ·         Actively promoting the marketing mix through direct discussions with retailers using analytical proficiency and influencing skills to promote a beneficial business plan for RJRT and our retailers. ·         Consistently demonstrating the application of company values in all business interactions It is expected that Trade Marketing/Sales Representative will become not only a passionate tobacco expert, but a valuable business consultant whose analysis, judgment and knowledge of the consumer and industry dynamics makes for a valuable partner to our retail customers. Trade Marketing Representatives will be given in depth training to focus on product sales and distribution, as well as Consumer Marketing Brand Strategies, effective consumer engagement, and tobacco product awareness. Trade Marketing/Sales Representative Benefits R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company offers very competitive compensation and benefit plans, including: ·         Generous annual bonus program for all employees ·         Company Vehicle Provided ·         Cell Phone Allowance ·         Daily-valued 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax contribution up to six percent. ·         Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package ·         Eleven paid company holidays annually, plus a generous paid vacation plan based on length of service. ·         Company-paid sick and personal days, funeral leave and jury duty leave. ·         Education initiative plans ·         Federal credit union membership through Allegacy Federal Credit Union. ·         Extensive training and opportunities for professional and career development. ·         A mentoring program and company-sponsored diversity councils. Important Note: The location that you apply through may not be the location where you are assigned in the field. You will need to be willing to relocate in order to be considered for this position.Requirements POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company looks for principled, creative, dynamic and passionate people who display or possess: Â·         A willingness to relocate. The location that you apply through may not be the location where you are assigned in the field. You will need to be open to mobility in order to be considered for this position ·         College degree preferred ·         Strong communication and time management skills ·         Ability to actively engage and educate Adult Tobacco Users ·         A valid driver’s license  ·         Passion for tobacco ·         Personal motivation for success ·         An aptitude and understanding of basic computer skills ·         Ability to analyze problems and offer solutions    ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Â·         A passion for winning ·         Leadership, and a willingness to take responsibility and accountability ·         Problem-solving and decision-making ability ·         Creativity and innovation ·         Strong oral- and written-communication skills ·         Broad, cross-functional business knowledge ·         Technical and organizational ability ·         Honesty, integrity, trustworthiness and dependability ·         Self-motivation and an orientation to action ·         Flexibility and ability to embrace change   Important Note: The location that you apply through may not be the location where you are assigned in the field. You will need to be willing to relocate in order to be considered for this position.Please apply online using the link below:  https://www.Appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=411337