Area Sales Manager – WSE ALPINE

Job title:

Area Sales Manager – WSE ALPINE

Company

Salomon

Job description

Company DescriptionAmer Sports is the world leader in sports equipment with brands such as Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic and Wilson.Salomon SAS, “The Mountain Sport Company,” was founded in 1947 in the heart of the Alps, the birthplace of modern mountaineering. Driven by a passion for sports and innovative design, Salomon has created a wide range of revolutionary new concepts in bindings, boots, skis, and apparel for alpine and Nordic skiing. They have also provided innovative solutions in footwear and equipment for snowboarding, competition, mountaineering, hiking, trail running, and many other sports.Through this focus on performance, Salomon innovates and excels in mountain sports, turning new ideas into products and pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Salomon’s commitment, culture, and heritage are all tied to a simple concept: every employee can make Salomon the leading mountain brand. Salomon is committed to responsible outdoor practices through its Play-Minded program. Diversity is one of Salomon’s five values, which is why we are committed to creating an environment accessible to all.Salomon’s headquarters are based in Annecy (74), France.Job DescriptionWe are recruiting for a new Area Sales Manager – WSE ALPINE!The main responsabilities will be the following:Sales & Distribution

• Achieve the seasonal sales and distribution targets in Norway.
• Develop a seasonal “game plan” to drive Salomon brand guidelines, strategies and priorities (PP program).
• Build, present and coordinate seasonal Joint Business/ Marketing plans with assigned Premium Partners that deliver on strategic objectives of Salomon and maximize consumer preference and brand experience.
• Meet the seasonal key product category objectives in sales and distribution.
• Identify territory sales, distribution and promotion opportunities.
• Take care of all the customer related topics – sales and accounting aspects.

Sell Thru & Consumer experience

• Ensure a high level of product expertise and brand knowledge (Shop Pro Training) for store employees in Premium Partner and selected category specialty doors for a best in class consumer experience.
• Increase and maximize Salomon in-store brand visibility and image thru defined product assortments and seasonal key story packages.
• Manage and execute local consumer activations / events in Premium Partner Network as required.
• Coordinate a seamless sell-thru execution, utilizing internal resources (shopper, customer service, IMM)

Relationship

• Develop and maintain great working relationships with key personnel in each account.
• Develop and maintain close cooperation with Salomon ASM / KAM community internally.
• Develop and maintain relationship with local sports environment / community (clubs, resorts, event)

Reporting

• Prepare and review customer performance report on seasonal basis.
• Analyze and report competitor distribution, in-store presence and offer.
• Information to Market Manager of trade related information on an ongoing basis.
• Complete all reports and records required and submit on a timely basis.
• Shares best practice across sales and marketing team.

QualificationsThe ideal candidate will hold a High school level education minimum and a Degree level ideally, as well as minimum 3 to 5 years in the sporting good industry. Any other experience in the Sports and Outdoor Industry will be welcomed.Languages : Fluent English and Norwegian.Computer skills :

• Microsoft office – particularly strong excel skills

Others :

• Car Driving License
• 80% Travel requirement
• Weekend Work flexibility

Additional InformationPermanent, full-time position.Based in Norway (office in Oslo).

Expected salary

Location

Oslo

Job date

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:37:34 GMT

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