Now Hiring - ECHO, Incorporated - Manufacturing Sales and Merchandising Specialist in Phoenix, AZ

ECHO Incorporated is an industry leader in developing and manufacturing high-performance, professional-grade, handheld outdoor power equipment. With distributors and thousands of dealers across North and South America, ECHO is constantly anticipating the future of the outdoor power equipment industry and the need for environmental sustainability. Working for ECHO means joining a team of people who are committed to collaboration, innovation, creativity, and high-quality products that make us a globally competitive brand.

ECHO is seeking a Sales and Merchandising Specialist who will be based in Phoenix, AZ and will promote sales, marketing, and service support activities throughout this territory.

This remote position requires travel using a company provided vehicle with approximately 1-2 overnight stays per week.

Some of our benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Extremely affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid PTO
• 5% 401K match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of Merchandising at Key Accounts, Regional Accounts, and Dealers.
• Prospect for and perform product demonstrations with commercial end users, cities, municipalities, and park districts within the assigned territory and drive sales into local dealers.
• Participates in event support activities including national and regional trade shows, dealer events, open houses, and customer appreciation sales events.
• Provides training for dealers, regional/national accounts, and end users in the assigned territory.
• Supports sales programs and marketing initiatives.
• Executes and follows company programs, policies and procedures.
• Maintains company property including vehicle, computer, tools and equipment.
• Protect organization’s value by keeping certain information confidential.
• Travels 60% - 75% to customers within the territory, using a company provided vehicle.

Results Required:

• Support and foster growth of overall business and customer base.
• Meet or exceed annual objectives and goals.
• Accomplish the organization mission by working as a member of a team to reach company goals.
• Conduct yourself in an ethical and professional manner that will reflect favorably on the reputation of the company.

Job Experience/Skills:

• Field Sales or demonstration experience preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish is a plus.
• Knowledge and familiarity with outdoor power equipment preferred (trimmers, chainsaws, backpack blowers, etc.).
• Prior landscaping experience a strong plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Required to pass background check.
• Mechanical aptitude required.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job.
• Capable of maneuvering and lifting 50 lbs.
• Occasionally maneuvering up to 100 lbs.
• Sitting while driving for long periods of time.
• Ability to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Effective communication skills.
• Self-motivated and the ability to work independently within a sales team structure.
• Ability to make good business decisions.
• Proficiency with MS Suite, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment.
• Conflict resolution skills: Managing and resolving conflict in a positive way.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary company information.

Travel: 60-75% Domestic

Equal Opportunity Employment:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.