119855BRTitle:Area Sales ManagerJob Description:MarketSource Inc., an Allegis Group Company, designs and delivers innovative and proven marketing and sales-team solutions for companies of all sizes. MarketSource provides the unique skills and expertise to integrate brand-centric marketing and sales programs in the Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Information Technology and Telecom industries and relevant routes to market including Retail and B2B.

　　Founded in 1975, MarketSource, Inc. became a subsidiary of Allegis Group, Inc. in 2004. Our Company’s culture centers on our core values: Open Communication, Relationships, Serving Others and Work Ethic.

　　MarketSource, Inc . is a premier provider of integrated sales & marketing solutions to Fortune 500 companies. We offer a dynamic entrepreneurial environment that fosters creativity and provides unlimited opportunities for personal and professional growth.

　　Job Summary:

　　The Aftermarket Sales Manager represents our client, Ford Motor Company and will be focused on working closely with the Ford Authorized Distributors (FAD’s), the Ford Market Area Aftermarket Parts Managers and the MarketSource Program Director, and the Ford Regional teams building, to grow Ford’s sales revenue, market share and awareness in their assigned areas to targeted levels.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Work closely with FAD’s to achieve Ford Market Area revenue targets.

　　Work closely with the Ford Market Area Aftermarket Parts Manager.

　　Work diligently to be seen as a “value added” partner to FAD’s

　　Develop and maintain strong relationships with FAD’s.

　　Analyze FAD current state; develop and implement specific FAD Business Plans to deliver results.

　　Partner with the Aftermarket Program Coordinator and the FAD Customer Support Representative to provide efficient timely support for FAD issues.

　　ASA Performance/Inventory Reviews.

　　Prepare and conduct ASA audits for compliance.

　　Work to ensure that FAD’s in assigned market are at optimal stocking levels.

　　POPP Assistance/Inventory Scrap.

　　Conduct line review.

　　Training FAD Sales personnel-Ride-a-Longs.

　　Working independently in the field calling on IRF’s driving business to the FAD’s.

　　Working trade shows and other identified events as needed.

　　Provide Sales Blitz support.

　　Support new applications, product launches and incentives.

　　Perform quarterly “gap” reports to insure inventory is positioned properly.

　　Constantly evaluate Ford product shelf space vs Competition at assigned FAD’s.

　　Ability to handle work pressures, meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple priorities.

　　Demonstrate responsible, ethical and honest behavior is consistent and fair when dealing with others; keeps commitments.

　　Act in accordance with the code of conduct, and confidentiality; holds self and team to high standards established by Ford Motor Company.

　　Work diligently to ensure the ongoing success of the Professional Service Network.

　　Drive sales to local independent parts stores through the FAD channel.

　　Identify gaps in supply of Motorcraft and Omnicraft parts and relay information to the general office.

　　Work with the General office and field teams to identify and cultivate new FAD’s.

　　Auto req ID:119855BRState:Illinois Job Category:Open Submission Additional Information:MarketSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This role may be eligible for the following: Medical, dental & vision, 401(k)/Roth,Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) Short and long-term disability

　　Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA) Transportation benefit. Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) San Fran Candidates only Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Los Angeles Candidates only. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call 877-883-4575.

　　Work Site City Selection:Chicago