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Sales Manager

Requisition ID:  13157
Location: 

Baton Rouge, LA, US, 70809

Pay Type:  Salary

COMPANY OVERVIEW  
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Sales Manager oversees the sales function for the assigned business unit, including analytics, presenting, client relationship management, business and revenue generation. This role is either a mid-level sales manager or one with a medium sized territory. Incumbent commonly has responsibility for sales in more than one product line.

 

WHAT YOU'll ACCOMPLISH

  • Responsible for client interface and presentations as well as management of all current and new projects
  • Responsible for client retention and identification of new revenue streams
  • Build upon client relationships and ensure a smooth creation, execution, assessment, and ongoing enhancement of customer's needs
  • Maintain market information related to competition, future opportunities and market trends in business unit
  • Creates clear business strategy for key accounts (e.g. increase share, account penetration, protect existing base)
  • Provide operational guidance and issue resolution for client business
  • Tracking and management of major sales opportunities as they progress through the selling process
  • Establish annual budgets for marketing and sales expenses and enforce budgetary controls
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly reporting information showing results to-date; forecast/reforecast to year-end comparing with prior year-end and budget
  • Represent company in industry organizations including participating actively in trade associations
  • Interaction with credit and billing to ensure smooth invoicing and appropriate DSO
  • Work to protect the company’s receivables on all contracts to limit bad debt exposure
     

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR       
Education:  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 

Field of Study Preferred:  Mining Engineering, Management    
Required Work Experience:  5-7 years experience in Asphalt or Construction Materials

Licenses Preferred:  Driver’s License

Required Computer and Software Skills:  Microsoft skills, SAP experience preferred

Travel Requirements:  Frequent local travel required to company and customer sites in the regional area

 

Additional Requirements:  

  • Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary 
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings 
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance  
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs 
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays 
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day

 

 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Baton Rouge

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