GILLIG Hiring for Parts Sales Manager at Hayward, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation.

GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support.

From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.

WHY GILLIG

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for its inclusive team / family-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Parts Sales Manager role is a REMOTE opportunity with EXTENSIVE travel required!

The Parts Sales Manager develops and promotes Parts Sales throughout the United States and Canada. Responsible for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and development of specific accounts as assigned.

We are looking for a Parts Sales Manager who will be responsible for industry involvement and continued strengthening of our Company reputation.

This position will serve as an ambassador and collect customer focused needs through face-to-face interaction. The Parts Sales Manager works under the general direction of the Parts Sales Director

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Visit customers throughout the United States and Canada
• Develop and maintain customer relationships
• Attain established sales and profit goals
• Work closely with inside Parts Sales Reps and Supervisors, and Regional Sales Managers
• Assist in developing sales growth strategies
• Identify customer sales opportunities
• Understand and communicate competitor pricing and marketing strategy
• Attend conferences, customer events, and bid openings as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Engineering, Transportation, Business Administration, and / or equivalent work experience (Bachelor’s Degree Highly Preferred)
• Sales background in heavy duty equipment sector with experience in public transportation industry and large project management is preferred
• Individual must be knowledgeable in automotive design
• Computer skills including MS Office and Salesforce, or similar CRM system is required
• Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally kneel or squat
• Working environment is primarily indoors (office and production) however, at times, job requirements are within a warehouse facility
• Standard start time : 7 : 00 a.m. (negotiable)
• Extensive travel is required for approximately 75% of the workdays across the United States and Canada

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$75,000 – $250,000 / annual salary + bonus + premium benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.