Divisional Sales Manager

Aaron’s has a long legacy as an industry leader, with continued growth regardless of the economy.  In business since 1955, we have grown to over 2,000 stores across North America built on a foundation of excellence, customer focus, quality products and services.  Personally and professionally, we hold ourselves to high standards and an unwavering commitment to do what’s right; treating every individual with respect, compassion and integrity.  We are highly invested in the communities we serve through our community outreach programs, donating time, products and services locally and nationally.

As a potential Aaron’s Associate, you’ll share our purpose and passion for making a real difference in the lives of others and the rewards that come from creating strong personal connections for life.  You’ll be a contributing team member in an environment that embraces challenge and has a strong drive to achieve.  We like to set the bar high, roll up our sleeves and work together to out-perform the competition.  You’ll have an opportunity to work in an environment which prides itself on recognizing and rewarding top performers.

Interested in becoming a Division Sales Manager at Aaron’s?  As a Division Sales Manager, you will be responsible for Training & Development, Customer Focus, and Pricing. You will need to have Market Knowledge, be Results Driven and a Strategic Planner. It’s also important to Manage Proficiencies, Develop Relationships, and great Verbal Communication and Strong Leadership is Key. Come see why the difference is personal at Aaron’s, connect with us today!

Job Duties:

·         To develop and implement the appropriate sales and marketing strategy to drive customer growth and profitability and achieve divisional sales objectives.

·         Markets merchandise by advertising, sales promotion, and display plans.

·         Determines marketing strategy changes by reviewing operating and financial statements and departmental sales records.

·         Maintains professional knowledge by understanding market trends; professional publications; networking; participating in professional societies.

·         Set up and conduct training workshops divisionally, regionally and store level

·         Communicate and reinforce brand strategies and priorities to the team.

·         Provide regular communication and analysis of business results to team management.

·         Leverages tools, reports and insights to make appropriate business decisions that best supports the division. 

·         Analyze operating and financial statements for profitability ratios.

·         Reinforce standards for quality, customer service.

·         Monitor local competitors.

·         Maintains and expands customer base by training and coaching store sales managers and regional managers; identifying new customer opportunities.

·         Insures proper inventory levels (Top Sellers) by working with store manager.

Reporting

• Reports directly to the Divisional Vice President
• Supervises Sales Managers and CSR’s within the division 

Skills/Qualifications:

·         Goal-oriented, with a proven record of attaining and exceeding company goals

·         Resourceful creative problem-solver, with experience troubleshooting and solving challenges to exceed customer expectations.

·         Sales: Meeting Sales Goals; Motivation for Sales; Presentation Skills; Building Relationships; Negotiating, Results Driven, Sales Planning.

·         Performance Management

·         Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·         Proficient in Microsoft office with a heavy emphasis on Excel.

·         Position routinely requires lifting, loading, and “dolling” merchandise 50-300 pounds

At Aaron’s, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

A drug screen and criminal background investigation are required before beginning employment at Aaron’s.  A job performance reference check is also required.