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At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last.
Perks for you include:
• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
Specific Responsibilities:
1. Identify and conduct thorough market research on both the Company's and competitor's products through interaction with salespeople, distributors, and end users in a variety of venues and in-field experiences.2. Assist Product Development team with product research by seeking out, evaluating, and prioritizing opportunities for product improvements, product line additions, new markets, improved merchandising, promotions, and other growth prospects.3. Assume ownership of a local retail market to build and leverage relationships with end-users and customers. Utilize creativity to execute best-practices for new, innovative merchandising, and sales events to drive both financial and brand growth within the assigned market.4. Partner with local and corporate sales team to coordinate and execute product demonstration events at key customer locations. Leverage product knowledge and sales techniques to convert customers from competitorproducts.5. Analyze current e-commerce marketing and sales strategies to identify, recommend, and present opportunities to better align the Company's strategy with our core end-users.6. Prepare and present executive reviews detailing product recommendations, sales market performance, and marketing initiatives on a monthly and quarterly basis.7. Drive effective communication and collaboration within the organization. Foster good working relationships among team members and other functional contacts.8. Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of work.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, marketing or related technical/business field is required. Internship or co-op experience related to the field of study is preferred. Extensive local travel and time in the field is required. Overnight travel out of state is minimal but may be necessary at times. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Ability to perform intermediate level mathematics and financial calculations. Must be an effective team player that takes initiative and ownership of projects. Must be self-motivated have strong organizational skills. Must be able to multitask, manage shifting priorities, and work independently to completion of tasks and deadlines.
Must be willing to relocate anywhere within the US based on program graduation and business needs.
Physical Demand Requirements:
Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Travel Requirements 10% (3 days per month)
This role has an annual salary range of $70,000 - $75,000. In addition to salary, you're eligible for competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Klein Tools Inc. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including, but not limited to, skills, experience, and location.
Your main focus:
• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork
Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at hr@kleintools.com.