Sales Representative Piemonte (Eastpak

Description:
This entry level position is responsible for meeting and growing sales volume for an assigned territory.
Sales Representative PACKS (Eastpak, Jansport, Kipling)

PIEMONTE – LIGURIA – VALLE D’AOSTA

Eastpak EMEA is looking for an exceptional Sales Representative to join our Field Sales team to cover the regions: Piemonte, Liguria, Valle D’Aosta.

At Eastpak, we’re Built to Resist whatever life throws at us, as we express ourselves as individuals and inspire positive resistance. Since we started our journey half a century ago, we’ve refined our classic bag designs and continue to innovate and collaborate with some of the world’s leading creatives.

We’re committed to making durable designs that stand the test of time, as we foster a more sustainable way of living. Our Eastpak culture is defined b y Empowerment, Responsibility, Creativity, Collaboration and Positive Resistance.

Eastpak is Built to Resist, are you?

LET’S TALK ABOUT THE ROLE!

You as Sales Representative will shape the Eastpak & Jansport future in one of our key markets. You will be responsible for managing a part of the Italian portfolio of Eastpak & Jansport brands reporting directly to the Field Senior Sales Manager Italy.

You will lead and ultimately be responsible to ensure all opportunities in the area of sales, marketing, product and operations are heard and quantified. Your primary goal is to ensure that all seasonal and yearly quantitative and qualitative objectives are met and aligned to the overall EMEA/country strategy.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

You will achieve this in the following pillars by:

Strategy

Developing and build strong strategic partnerships
Owning & leading the strategic account plan, ensure complete execution and align seasonal initiatives to the overall EMEA GTM strategy
Ensuring in depth market knowledge and analysis, in order to establish commercial conditions and quantify the key opportunities for growth
Driving the in-store Brand presence, to ensure excellent Brand consumer awareness and connection
Revenue

Driving the business, implement and nurture profitability, in line with key metrics and Brand guidelines
Leading the development and implementation of account specific marketing plans
Planning, controlling and executing activities to hit the required sales targets and the desired profit margins
Process & distribution

Driving the seasonal selling ‘Go to Market’ process.
Establishing and maintain close contact with the management and all key decision makers or influencers within the account.
Driving the assortment planning process within the defined distribution and segmentation policy with the account, to ensure market differentiation, in order to build the base for future sustainable profitable growth.

SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

You should have:

Knowledge and understanding of the backpacks/apparel industry and its distribution in the Italy
Shown strong influencing skill to work across a complex matrix organization
Ability to work at a strategic level within the account but at the same time manage the detail
Strong relationship, management and negotiation skills
Experienced in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Customer focused
Ability to prioritize and plan
Team player
Hands on mentality
Drive and determination to succeed
Fluent in English

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package.

A supportive feedback-based culture where respect and integrity guide us in what we do
An inclusive international environment where people of diverse backgrounds, lifestyles and nationalities love working together
Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives
A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks
VF is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish through our family of iconic brands. At the heart of our journey lies our purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. Our purpose unites us and leads us to pursue our goals, together. This is our calling. Learn more at vfc.com

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, VF is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportun ities for both VF associates and applicants alike.

If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you! Apply, visit vfc.com, Eastpak.com or follow us on our LinkedIn and Instagram pages, see you there!