Description

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

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What We Offer

Competitive Salary with Annual Bonuses
PTO Available as of DAY ONE
Take Home Company Vehicle
Opportunities to grow with company
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Job Summary

Under the direction of the VP of Sales, the Area Sales Manager will be responsible for the sales team and activities for North Texas (DFW) Area. The incumbent will coach and assist in cultivating strong customer relationships. They will direct the sales team and provide leadership towards the achievement of identified business objectives in line with Martin Marietta’s vision and values. Additionally, they will contribute to the development and education of customers, peers and sales representatives.

Essential Functions

Cultivates customer relationships to understand and anticipate short and long-term customer needs
Analyzes financial and logistical risks and implications during decision making with regards to strategic customer accounts
Leads the creation of insight-driven innovative solutions which meet customer needs and drive innovative growth
Partners with marketing to analyze target markets, segmentation strategy and margin enhancement opportunities
Responsible for the hiring, performance, development and evaluating of the sales team
Prepares action plans for sales personnel and the sales team that lead to the effective search of sales leads
Assists in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed
Conducts frequent and regular reviews with all sales representatives to build more effective communications, understand training and development needs, and provide insight for the improvement of sales representatives’ sales and activity performance
Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding performance
Maintain accurate records of all pricings, sales, and activity reports submitted by sales representatives
Assists sales representatives in preparation of customer proposals and presentations
Control expenses to meet budget guidelines
Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team
Help develop and accept accountability for achieving the annual sales plan and budgets
Hire, coach, develop, and evaluate the sales team members
Develop sales tactics that are consistent with Martin Marietta’s short term and long-term marketing objectives for NTX/OK District
Understand the strengths and weaknesses of competitive producers and how these attributes reinforce the competitive advantage associated with Martin Marietta.
Develop and maintain sales relationships with key accounts
Partner with the Credit Manager to ensure sales team fulfills account management requirements with respect to DSO receivables objectives
Perform any and all duties deemed necessary by management in support of Martin Marietta’s strategic goals and objectives

Preferred Education And Experience

Five years of experience in sales and/or account management
Bachelor’s Degree in business and/or construction industry or similar industry preferred
Proven sales, negotiation and customer service skills
Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics within the Houston markets
Experience in implementing or managing Customer Relationship Management tools/system

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Must be an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter
Ability to perform well under stress and meet deadlines
Good interpersonal, analytical and communication skills
Proven leadership and ability to drive sales teams

Physical Requirements

Make visits to quarries plants, construction/job sites which may have uneven ground
Lift up to 50 pounds
Frequent local travel
Minimal out-of-town and/or overnight travel

WORKING CONDITIONS

Most time is spent in an air-conditioned office environment with occasional outside assignments that may require short periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

Medical
Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid Holidays and Vacation
401(k) with Company matching
Pension
Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Options
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Direct Deposit Payroll
Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
Matching Gift Program
New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.