Job Description
Job Overview
The District Manager is directly responsible for the whole goods sale of Komatsu product to thedistributor network.The DM manages specific territory of distribution in all aspects regardingmanufacturer support. Responsible formarket share growth, business planning, forecasting andsales execution. Other business practices include project-based initiatives and both retail &wholesale program advancement. Main objective is to provide distribution andend-use customerswith the equipment and technology required for their respective businesses, while focusingongrowth and profitability for all stakeholders.
Key Job Responsibilities
- The DM is responsible for one to five distributors in the state of Mississippi.
- Responsible for the continued growth and development of construction, mining and national or regional account customers, building strong relationships for achievement of increased sales andprofitability.
- Required to manage budget of support funds and special program dollars to execute sales to end-use customers.
- Assists the distributor in navigating all Komatsu departments for support and general information.This dynamic role extends beyond singular responsibilities.
- Fulfill requests for product and application knowledge to support segment sales.
- Promote all initiatives of the company regarding aftermarket, finance, technology, and digitalproductofferings.
- Serve as consultant to both internal and external stakeholders for market awareness, industry trends, and best practices sharing.
- Manages monthly travel expenses derived from supporting customers and distributors.
- Must be able to apply the Komatsu Way principles where applicable in their every day work activities.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Four-year college degree, preferably in Business or Marketing. Advanced formal educationandmechanical/technical aptitude preferred.
- Construction industry work experience, preferably with a full-line manufacturer or distributor.Minimum of 6-8years of experience.
- Management skills acquired through college education and/or work experience.
- Proven ability in marketing concepts and techniques: SWOT analysis, "4 P’s”, sales processmanagement,marketing program development, etc.
- Analytical/statistical capacity for reviewing sales trends and inventory performance.
- Basic financial analysis to understand ratios, ROI, P&L statements, etc.
- Negotiating skills, typically acquired through seminars and/or work experience.
- Computer skills including Microsoft Office, Power BI, SAP, Salesforce, etc.
- Komatsu product knowledge on machine configurations and applications, acquired throughinternal trainingand/or work experience.
- Basic knowledge of mine operations, as well as understanding of field application engineering,with the abilityto assimilate and utilize technical product knowledge.
- Must be willing to travel overnight up to 70% of the time. Some weekend travel required.
Additional Information
Participation in company sponsored show is required on an as needed basis. Examples of such shows are: Chattanooga Field Days and Con-Expo. This participation in such shows includes, but is not limited to: Answering questions regarding KAC product, operational procedures of KAC machines, show preparation and clean-up.
Other duties as required by the company.