Sales Support Specialist - Outdoors

Company DescriptionFortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We're focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

At Fortune Brands, we're building something big. We're advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We're delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we've transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

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Job Description 

ABOUT THE JOB

As the Sales Support Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to provide superior service to the wholesale distribution sales team by serving as a point of contact and acting as a liaison for the Outdoors - Fiberon wholesale business units. You will help execute sales by partnering with the sales team in regards to requests that will allow them the opportunity to gain additional selling time.

This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in sales with Fortune Brands Innovations!

YOUR ROLE

Perform sales related duties for the sales team by responding to inquiries including, but not limited to: sales reporting, program support, product information.

Faciliate information for product and/or technical information requestsAssist in developing Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Business Communication documentsAssist in updating CRM (Micorsoft Dynamics)Sell sheet generationEstablish and maintain relationships with the sales team as part of overall company strategy and objectivesAct as liaison with other departments within the organization to develop cohesive working relationships and facilitate information sharingMay assist Inside Sales during peak periodsOngoing in-depth training to understand Fiberon Value Proposition, Key Programs, and Sales ProcessQualifications

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Associates Degree in Sales or MarketingStrong desire and commitment to salesProficient Computer skills including Excel, Power Point, WordAttention to detailSense of urgency, ability to turnaround requests quickly for sales teamExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent planning and organizing skillsAbility to work in fast paced environmentAbility to travel (Estimated 5 to 10%)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 Bachelor's DegreeCustomer Service or Sales experienceDistribution sales channel experienceWillingness to relocate to fill outside sales position as need arisesAdditional InformationFortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is

Hiring Pay Range:

$40,000 USD - $53,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com.

Equal Employment OpportunityFortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable AccommodationsFortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

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