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Position Summary:

With minimal direction from a sales manager, the Sales Director is responsible for expanding and renewing business across an assigned portfolio of larger accounts, while working to maintain the overall health of the relationship.

This role allows the seller to build on their strong client strategy skills, while driving account expansion and revenue growth. Using in-depth knowledge of Inmar’s solutions and constantly keeping abreast of the client’s needs, the seller consultatively presents account information and new ideas that solidify and grow the account.

The Sales Director demonstrates a constant desire to collaboratively solve problems and won’t rest until they find the right solution for all parties involved. Key qualities of a successful Sales Director include being excellent at project management and staying organized, understanding the importance of responsiveness and follow-through, being an avid learner and absorbing new information with ease, which allows for shorter learning curves.

Primary Accountabilities:

Influence (50%)

• Manage a portfolio of accounts; participate in the overall client strategy and execute with excellence on the account plan

• Work closely with Client Strategy and Client Services teams to meet the needs of the client

• Drive pipeline growth at the highest decision-making level (c-suite) and grow profitable revenue across client territory

• Lead contract negotiations and ongoing contract management and renewals, ensuring work is completed timely and results support incremental growth in revenue

• Collaborate with client on product and service extensions that could deliver incremental value; bring Solutions Experts into those discussions as necessary

• Manage internal cross-functional relationships and communications for maximum productivity

Strategic (40%)

• Responsible for providing new product/service ideas based on client needs; be an information source about how Inmar’s products can provide a competitive advantage

• Responsible for understanding the strategic goals and objectives of each client; develop sales strategies that align with the client’s needs

• Build and maintain internal networks, garnering support and getting appropriate buy-in

• Develop a deep knowledge of assigned clients/prospects

Administrative (10%)

• Maintain detailed, accurate records in Salesforce.com covering all account activity

• Proactively manage internal communications within and outside of the Sales team, as appropriate

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, marketing, or a related field

• 8-10 years of related experience, including responsibility for account management; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for this position

• Sales experience with financial services, healthcare, logistics, or ecommerce preferred

• Experience with CPG manufacturers or Retailers, a plus

• Demonstrated experience in expanding business relationships in a highly competitive environment; ability to sell across products and a variety of different solutions; ability to negotiate contracts, deal with price pressure and successfully produce with strong profit margins; ability to discern the solution that is best for the customer and the value range they are willing to pay

• Good decision making, knowing when to leverage additional resources to move deals past obstacles

• Proficient with Salesforce.com

• Proficient with Google Suite and Microsoft Suite producing professional business correspondence, proposals and reports

• Experience with the Miller Heiman sales methodology and the consultative sales approach

Individual Competencies:

• Teamwork: Builds relationships and works cooperatively with others, inside and outside the organization, to accomplish objectives to build and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships, leverage information and achieve results.

• Communication: Giving and receiving messages and information in written, oral, and visual formats in a clear and concise way for a complete understanding of meaning and intent.

• Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information to generate and evaluate potential solutions to problems, issues and challenges while weighing the accuracy and relevance of the facts, data and information.

• Establish Focus: The ability to develop and communicate goals in support of the business' mission.

• Integrity: Gains the trust of others by taking responsibility for own actions and telling the truth.

• Negotiation: Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

• Business Acumen: Understands and is aware of how to think about and successfully make the right business decisions through the utilization of industry-specific knowledge and skills and strategic thinking tools and skills.

• Vision & Strategy: Takes a long-term view and builds a shared vision with others while positioning the organization for future success by identifying new opportunities, formulating objectives and priorities, and implementing plans consistent with the long-term interest of the organization in a global environment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the major job responsibilities (essential functions) of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the major job responsibilities. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is:

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands or arms.

• Regularly required to talk or hear and read instructions on a computer monitor and/or printed on paper.

• Occasionally required to stand, kneel or stoop, and lift and/or move up to ## pounds.

• Regularly required to view items at an extremely close range and must be able to adjust and readjust focus.

As an Inmar Associate, you:

• Put clients first and consistently display a positive attitude and behaviors that demonstrate an awareness and willingness to listen and respond to clients in order to meet their short-term and long-term needs, requirements and exceed their expectations.

• Treat clients and teammates with courtesy, consideration and tact; you also have the ability to perceive the needs of internal and external clients and communicate effectively with the objective of delighting and retaining the client.

• Build collaborative relationships and work cooperatively with others, inside and outside the organization, to accomplish objectives, develop and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships, leverage information and achieve results.

• Set and attain achievable, yet aggressive, goals with a sense of urgency and accountability.

• Understand that results are important and focus on turning mission into action to achieve results following the principles of Flawless Execution while consistently complying with quality, service and productivity standards to meet deadlines and exceed expectations by giving our clients the best possible outcome.

• Support a safe work environment by following safety rules and regulations and reporting all safety hazards.

At Inmar, we put people first and that means empowering our associates to thrive at every stage of life and career. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of lifestyles and life stages.

Eligible associates have access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance options

• 401(k) retirement plans with company match

• Health Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)

We also offer:

• Flexible time off and 11 paid holidays

• Family-building benefits, including Maternity, Adoption, and Parental Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement and certification support, reflecting our commitment to lifelong learning

• Wellness and Mental Health counseling services

• Concierge and work/life support resources

• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement

• Perks and discount programs

Please note that eligibility for some benefits may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be governed by specific plan or program terms.

At Inmar, compensation reflects our belief in integrity, transparency, and the value of individual contributions. The hiring range for this position is:

101,145.38 - 168,575.63 USD Annual

The final offer may vary based on factors such as geographic location, job-related skills, education, certifications, work experience, and other relevant considerations.

Depending on the job level and role, it may include:

• Annual discretionary bonuses through our Core Company Performance Bonus Plan

• Equity grants, sign-on bonuses, and other tailored incentive opportunities

• Additional discretionary compensation, such as:

  • Growing Revenue Incentives

  • Corporate or VIP Bonuses

  • Deferred compensation opportunities

The actual annualized salary offered at the time of hire will be communicated in the candidate’s offer letter. We remain committed to fairness and transparency across all locations. Where required, including for remote-eligible roles, local pay ranges are disclosed in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

Recruitment Fraud Notice: Recruitment fraud is an increasingly common scam where individuals pose as employers to offer fictitious job opportunities. Scammers sometimes impersonate Inmar recruiters on LinkedIn and other channels. We will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information during the hiring process. Verify any role on our official Workday Careers site and learn how to spot scams in our full notice.

This position is not eligible for student visa sponsorship, including F-1 OPT or CPT. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.