Paul Reed Smith Guitars, one of the worlds premier guitar and amplifier manufacturers located in Stevensville, MD is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the full-time position of Regional Sales Manager - Central South.

　　Summary:

　　This FT position with Paul Reed Smith Guitars will give you the opportunity to represent one of the worlds premier guitar and amplifier manufacturers. The key responsibilities include building awareness of the PRS brand, and adoption and usage of product in the market. You MUST live in the region in which you are representing - Central South [Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico]

　　WHAT ARE THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS?

　　Travel - Must be willing to be a Road Warrior

　　Must be centrally located within the region. Applicants outside of the Territory will not be considered.Must develop and adhere to a continual travel schedule with the USA Sales Team ManagerBusiness Development

　　Entrepreneurial minded in spiritUnderstanding of margins and basic PandLAble to selectively refine and grow the distribution channelsAbility to maintain/manage existing dealer distribution and grow relationshipsCategory based individual dealer growthDefine new dealers per state and properly channel distributionReporting/Factory Visits

　　Weekly - Travel performance and feedbackMonthly - Inventory and sell throughQuarterly - Visits to the factory/corporateProduct Knowledge

　　Clear messaging to create a brand experienceMust understand/or have the ability to understand the product and the cultureAppreciates the culture, craft, and qualityDetail Oriented

　　Ability to clearly gather and share detailed information with PRS HQMust be analyticalAble to implement directives and strategies as givenRelationship Driven and Service Oriented

　　Honesty, integrity and self-motivation are a mustMust be able to listen, learn, and educateIdentify, grow and maintain relationships with all partnersProvide a level of service that meets or exceeds the quality of our products.Must know and understand the customerResourcefulnessKnowledge

　　Clear understanding of electric guitars, acoustic guitars, amplification, pedals, and the impact of AccessoriesMust be comfortable dealing with a wide span of price points including very high end/premiumCommunication

　　Connect and educate through the productsPersonable and skilled with public speaking and product demonstrationAble to deliver the PRS brand promise: Quality stemmed from deeply rooted cultureAdaptation

　　Game for any task and able to quickly adapt to changeREQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

　　Must have an understanding of retail and music performanceMI Experience is REQUIREDA respected member of the regional music sceneCompetent guitar playing skillsRetail experience is preferredCommand of Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)Meticulously organized with strong time management skillsHigh attention to detail with a sense of urgencyMust hold a valid driver's license and have/maintain a clear driving recordCompensation

　　This is a base/plus commission position. Submit your salary requirements with your resume.About Us:

　　Since our humble beginning in 1985, PRS Guitars strives to create the highest quality instruments possible. Guitar and amplifier building are very personal things here, as most of us are dedicated players, refining our craft as builders, musicians, and artists of all kinds. Our deep commitment to the craft and our culture of quality are what drives PRS in the workplace and the marketplace.

　　We are a unique bunch with passion, deeply rooted culture, and an ever-maturing understanding of the instrument, so if you are looking for an exciting career opportunity within a fast-paced and dynamic organization. PRS could be a great fit for you! Being located on Kent Island gives you the best of both worlds within Maryland. And we are less than a mile from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, which makes commuting a snap regardless of which side of the bridge you call home.

　　Benefits:

　　Medical Coverage (3 Plans Options)Dental Coverage (2 Plan Options)Vision CoverageCompany-paid life insuranceCompany-paid long term and short-term disabilityVoluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and childrenHealth Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts401K plan with company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)Employee guitarsDiscounts on PRS gear and apparelWe like to have FUN! Parties, Ping Pong, Employee Art Shows, Onsite Biometric Screening and other wellness activities, Game Nights, Movie Nights, Employee Band Concerts are just a few examples on our typical Fun Calendar!**No Phone Calls