District Sales and Service Manager CV (Remote - Vancouver, British Columbia, CA,

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets – passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The District Sales Manager will engage with customers to grow, develop, and cultivate relationships and to effectively articulate the customers’ current and future needs. This position will be the “voice of the customer” for the Western Canada Territory.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Provide product, warranty, and applications training in support of sales objectives

Develop/maintain technical competency for Dana products

Maintain current knowledge of competitor activities and changes in the market

Develop sales strategy and objectives to achieve goals as defined in assigned KPIs

Make product presentations to purchasing, engineering, and other customer representatives

Respond to customer requests for day-to-day requirements

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Business Administration, Engineering, or Related Field preferred

5+ years’ experience in Commercial Vehicle and/or Light Vehicle Aftermarket preferred

Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time needed, with the ability to work non-traditional business hours

Driveshaft and axle product knowledge is a plus

· Provide customer forecast data

Partner with internal Dana teams (product, pricing, engineering, marketing, finance, training) to achieve growth objectives

· Performs all other duties as assigned

Skills

Ability to work successfully in a matrix environment

Ability to work independently and efficiently

Must be effective in a team environment

Must be able to demonstrate strong sales and negotiation skills

Ability to maintain high commitment to customer service while executing multiple project priorities

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills

Proficient technical skills Microsoft Office; PowerPoint, Excel, CRM systems

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills

Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to work with people in pressure situations

· Strong commercial and business acumen

· Strong leadership qualities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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