Channel Sales Manager

Inside the Role The District Sales Manager is a field-based position sales position that works directly with DTNA’s dealer partners to support the sale of new Freightliner and Western Star trucks in Vocational applications. Posting Information We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected. We Take Care of Our Team Position offers a starting salary range of $128,000 - $164,000 USD Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience​ ​ Benefits include 401k company contribution with company match up to 8% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3 - 7% depending on age; starting at 4 weeks paid vacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paid parental leave; employee assistance program; comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off; short-term and long-term disability plans. What You Drive at DTNA Promote the sale of Freightliner and Western Star Trucks through direct dealer and customer contact. Work with dealers and customers to understand transactional details around the purchase or lease of commercial vehicles, and make logical and supportable pricing recommendations Assist dealers in planning and achievement of sales objectives Monitor and report district dealer and region dealer sales performance Assist dealer management with sales forecasts, budgets, inventory planning, training and achievement of sales objectives. Effectively communicate and serve as liaison between dealers / customers and support departments. Assist dealers with schedule and other sales coordination activities. Provide technical sales and/or business management expertise to resolve difficult situations or conditions. Provide information with facing field managers in Parts, Service and Distribution Development. Ensure that every effort is made to develop dealers in a way that will maximize their efficiency and profitability Knowledge You Should Bring BS/BA and prefer 5-7 years of relevant experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree Expected travel is 50-75% required Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel This is a field position and requires self management skills as it relates to travel, time and managing priorities Excellent attention to detail and strong follow Excellent written and verbal communication skills Exceptional Candidates Might Have Ability to Relocate to District 2E (Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, Eastern Iowa) strongly preferred 8+ years of related experience preferred Sales experience and/or experience working within the DTNA dealer network preferred Product knowledge preferred #LI-JN2 #LI-Remote Where We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Des Moines, IA US, Milwaukee, WI US. Relocation assistance for this position is available when the selected candidate meets eligibility criteria. Schedule Type: Remote At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all. That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving. Additional Information This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions EEO - Disabled/Veterans Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status. For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935. Apply To This Job