VP of Sales, Costco
This VP of Sales position is responsible for leading, building and implementing collaborative business solutions which are aligned with both NPE and Costco’s objectives that achieve desired business results. This position must develop and strengthen a mutual relationship with the Customer at multiple levels resulting in strategic business planning and partnership. This role is responsible for managing and developing business initiatives with Costco’s Divisions and our Client/Vendors. This role requires strong skills in selling, project development, portfolio product knowledge, enterprise capabilities and the ability to navigate cross functionally. It is essential to provide clear sales direction, support and information to the customer and internal cross-functional partners, while demonstrating the companies’ values and commitment to excellence.
Responsibilities include:
· Leading our sales initiatives at Costco.
· Develop and maintain strategic customer relationships.
· Achieve sales volume and spending budgets while maintaining T&E, AR, Deductions, forecasting accuracy.
· Negotiate and manage our contracts and volume commitments. Maintain weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual business reviews, volume commitments, documentation and trackers.
· Provide timely concise and effective communication both internally and externally. Live out the NPE Mission, Vision and Values
Skills
· Entrepreneurial spirit
· Stellar verbal and written communication skills
· Projection management
· Ability to develop and build programs with scope.
· Ability to manage difficult conversation and find the win-win.
REQUIREMENTS:
· Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
· Experience: 5 plus years of industry sales experience preferred. 2 plus years sales experience in Wholesale Club channel and or 2 plus years Direct Sales Experience with Costco preferred.
· Computer Skills: Expected to be fully literate in Microsoft Office applications. Experience with Asana strongly preferred
· Strong Selling and organization skills along the ability to navigate cross functionally to find solutions. Strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and interpersonal communication skills; Ability to work independently; Ability to translate customer direction into sales successes.
· Travel: 12 or more domestic trips per year
· Supervisory Responsibilities: None
· Preferred location: Seattle, Dallas, Chicago
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $150,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Travel requirement:
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience selling to Costco?
Location:
Work Location: Remote