Area Sales Manager - North UK

Company Description

Amer Sports is a sporting goods company with internationally recognized brands including Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.

“The Mountain Sport Company”, Salomon was born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps and the birthplace of modern alpinism. Salomon’s commitment to innovative design and passion for mountain sports created a vast range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis and apparel for both Alpine and Nordic skiing and brought innovative solutions to footwear, apparel and equipment for snowboarding, adventure racing, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.

Through performance driven design, Salomon delivers innovation and progression to mountain sports; converting new ideas into action and expanding the limits of possibility. Salomon’s heritage, culture, and commitment are tied together by one simple concept: the world’s leading mountain people creating the world’s leading mountain products. Salomon is responsibly committed towards the outdoor through its sustainability program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, therefore we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Salomon is headquartered in Annecy, France.

Job Description

We are looking for our new Area Sales Manager, North of the UK!

Here Are Your Main Missions:

• Own your area – Grow existing business, uncover new opportunities, and support key accounts like a true partner.
• Plan to win – Build seasonal “game plans” to elevate Salomon’s premium partners and other accounts, with a strong omni-channel focus.
• Drive sell-thru – Create and present strategic plans to boost key categories, increase sell-thru, and connect with consumers.
• Build partnerships – Develop joint business and consumer plans with premium partners that align with Salomon’s strategic goals and enhance brand preference at retail.
• Deliver results – Ensure profitable, sustainable growth for both Salomon and the retailer.
• Activate the brand – Leverage Salomon’s trade marketing and sell-thru programs in collaboration with internal teams (customer service & marketing).
• Train & engage – Train store staff and lead consumer events/demos at premium partner locations.
• Be present – Participate in in-store consumer events to bring the brand to life.
• Plan ahead – Coordinate annual consumer and marketing plans with premium partners.
• Share & inspire – Exchange best practices across the sales and marketing teams to keep ideas fresh and performance sharp.

Qualifications

Background: 5+ years in a similar selling role with account management focus. Any other experience in the Sports and Outdoor Industry will be welcomed. High school level education minimum/Degree level ideally.

Additional Information

Field based role, UK.