Sales Support Manager - 1800106631

　　DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:As Sales Support Manager acts as an internal account representative for a strategic subset of Retailer & Distributor partners. This role is a cross functional liaison for the customer and coordinates activity with the key account manager/outside sales. The role provides strategic support and customer focus to increase sales and/or share of wallet within the account. This role partners cross-functionally with marketing, learning and development, IT, customer service, credit/finance etc. to ensure the customer has internal support for growth and development to achieve sales growth goals.

　　You will report to the General Manager.

　　Key Responsibilities* Develop and advise on continuous channel efficiencies and improvements through the use of system applications, data management, performance reporting data and process changes.* Create & manage promotional offerings for Retail/Distributor channel, including but not limited to, collateral creation/management, program communication, execution, and results reporting.* Collaborate with cross functional teams to build out strategies to support and accelerate sales.* Direct Product Line Review (PLR) process with Distributor/Retailer locations to analyze and improve category performance and enhance product portfolio.* Support Sales Team in new product launches by supplying relevant item specification information.* Manage and coordinate detailed logistics and complex timelines of numerous one-time and ongoing trade shows throughout the channel.* Act as internal account representative and provide increased customer support through service level analysis, promotional activity for end use customers and sale growth initiatives.* Other projects/problem resolution as needed.

　　Qualifications* Bachelor's Degree required, or equivalent experience in sales required.* 3-5 years of experience in Customer Relations/Sales/Marketing experience would be helpful.* Strong Microsoft Excel skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.* Ability to effectively analyze data and reach sound conclusions.* Communicate and interact/negotiate with internal customers.* Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) software would be advantageous.* Training experience.* Attention to detail and ability to manage an initiative from conception to solution.

　　We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Education Assistance!

　　PPG 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, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.