Sumitomo Rubber North America, based in Rancho Cucamonga, California, is a leader in Ultra High Performance, Light Truck, Touring and All-Season vehicle tires and motorcycle tires developed and produced for a wide array of motorcycle, popular cars, trucks, off-road and crossover vehicles. The company markets its tires by utilizing multiple motorsports programs drifting, sports car racing and off-roading as a technological platform to highlight strengths, capabilities and to improve its products. A subsidiary of Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Sumitomo Rubber North America distributes its products through seven strategically located centers across the United States in Southern California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Tennessee, and Florida.
Position Summary:
The Account Manager is responsible for the daily sales activity of Falken Product in a specific geographical Area or Channel within Sumitomo Rubber North America in a manner that satisfies the Sales Budget for assigned area of responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of five to seven 5-7 years experience in a sales field preferably Automotive or Tire Industry. A Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business Management or any other related degree from an accredited college preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Must be proficient in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal, and excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. Must be organized, deadline driven, detailed oriented, self-motivated, and possess the ability to work independently and motivate others. This position requires employee to travel 75% or more via planes and automobiles. Must be able to stand, sit, move, stoop, crouch, and use fingers for extended periods of time, hearing and talking. May require walking primarily on a level surface, reaching above shoulder heights and below the waist, as well as lifting up to 100 pounds. Must be able to engage in a variety of strenuous outdoor events and locations including off-road desert/mountainous locations. The work environment consists of routine travel involving planes, cars, outdoor motorsport venues, entertainment facilities, restaurants, sports environments and office environment, and inclement weather based on customer location.