Sales & Marketing Coordinator

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One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

Summary

The Sales and Marketing Coordinator supports the production animal business in efforts to meet the overall Company objectives by bringing together employees, products, clients, and other resources for the company. Position responsibilities include supporting functions essential to sales force productivity including but not limited to planning and organizing meetings and trade shows, designing marketing materials and communications, and being a liaison between the business and strategic accounts. Incumbent works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the appropriate objectives and priorities are enabled within the sales organization.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Develops, plans, and executes conferences, trade shows, and corporate events, with responsibilities including but not limited to: coordination of event space logistics, planning and running trade show participation with manufacturers, dealers, staff; management of tradeshow budget; management of related collateral; and all other related tasks; providing reports and information about the show to key stakeholders.

• Serves as a liaison between the business and strategic accounts, prepare reports, maintain the territory list, update images and descriptions of sku’s, update the sku list, and actively pursue participation within strategic account events.

• Provides graphics and flyers for promotions, industry training courses, onboarding presentation, and monthly promotional e-mails

• Engages in strategic account management, including but not limited to: pulling related reports, maintenance of territory lists, partnership with key stakeholders on contract pricing and related tasks, preparing customer quotes as needed, and working with other account managers and sales team on related tasks

• Liases with customers, including scheduling product demos, and keeping a seamless experience in mind while providing customer support

• Maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise in product offerings, including understanding customer workflow and usability

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience (four years) required, including a minimum of two (2) years sales experience

• Experience in the Animal Health Industry

• Ability to work under minimal supervision, with independent decision-making skills

• Above average problem solving skills

• Ability to identify, analyze, and recommend solutions

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• In-depth knowledge of the animal health business

• In-depth knowledge of SAP and SAP BW, and other business systems

• Proven expertise with Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent understanding of various sales and marketing techniques

Physical Demands

• Operating a computer and/or other office devices for the majority of the workday

• May occasionally need to move packages up to 50 pounds such as office supplies, equipment, or items related to event set-up/take-down

• Must be able to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and in writing. 

• Must be able to understand and effectively exchange accurate information with key stakeholders, including coworkers, customers, and vendors

• Must be able to read and interpret various electronic and written documents.

Environmental Factors

• This position is in an office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting/collaboration spaces within the building. The building’s primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

• Operating a computer or other office device (up to 8 hours per day.)

• Talking or hearing -- position involves frequent communication with (customers, inside staff, etc.) and requires ability to understand and effectively exchange accurate information.

• Reading or sight -- requires frequent review of vendor contracts.

This role may require some travel (20%) in a regional area

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

• Educational Assistance Program

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program)

• Patterson Perks Program

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.