Account Development Manager

Are you a customer service and development-focused sales professional? As an Account Development Manager, you will help to service and develop customer accounts in Eastern Nova Scotia. You will report directly to the Regional Sales Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Sell Sico, PPG, and Dulux products to independent, corporate dealers, as well as professionals, prospection, and ensure business development by communicating new products and promotions.
• Achieve sales target by ensuring the development of your territory.
• Use sales tool (ClientLink CRM) to record calls, handle accounts, run reports etc.
• Analyze territory performance reports and develop sales territory business plans.
• Coordinate and lead training sessions to provide technical support to customers.
• Increase overall market share with new business.
• Complete large scale in-store merchandising resets, including following specific planograms and using some basic power tools to assemble displays.

Qualifications

• 3 years of sales experience required; Previous coating experience an asset.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and have maintained a motor vehicle record within acceptable limits as prescribed by The Pittsburgh Paints Co.
• Availability to work and travel within your assigned territory 80% of time.
• Periodic weekends and/or evenings required for trade organization meetings and customer events.
• 1-2 overnight stays per week
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Internet applications.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs as needed.

You may work remotely (no office reporting) and must live within the HRM-Truro region (Central Nova Scotia) and be willing travel within the Atlantic territory to support team initiatives periodically throughout the year.

Benefits: company car, savings/pension plans, PTO, and more!

About us:

Pittsburgh Paint Co., formerly part of PPG, is an industry leader in residential and commercial architectural coatings through its well-known portfolio of brands, including GLIDDEN®, OLYMPIC®, LIQUID NAILS®, HOMAX®, PITTSBURGH PAINTS & STAINS®, Manor Hall®, FLOOD®, DULUX® (in Canada), and SICO®, among others. New Co. manufactures and sells interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants for homeowners and professionals. It also includes certain light-duty protective coatings products that are primarily sold through company-owned stores and manufactured through a common factory footprint. In total, our distribution network includes more than 15,000 touchpoints through company-owned stores, independent dealer locations, and major home improvement centers and retailers across the U.S. and Canada.

Pittsburgh Paints Co. provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. #LI-Remote

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.