GC Pro Account Manager - HOW Market, Detroit

Company: Guitar Center, Inc.
Location: Roseville
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

We are focused on bringing the power of technology to create new experiences in the fields of smart homes, smart enterprises, and smart venues.

Are you a high-performing AV Sales Professional looking to embark on a journey to propel your career to the next level?

If you do, then be with a talented team embarking on an exciting journey and helping each new generation create the most advanced solutions in integration.

Position Summary: GC Pro Account Manager

The GC Pro Account Manager is responsible for cultivating new business development opportunities, as well as build upon existing business relationships, by assessing and then promoting professional-level audio, video, and lighting, and smart technology products and services to solve client business needs. Must have a deep understanding of how technology can be used to create unique experiences and solutions for the House of Worship market.

The ideal candidate will be focused, having strong business development, exceptional consultative selling, and hunter mentality always keeping the pipeline funnel strong with exceptional knowledge of selling audio, video, lighting, and smart technology solutions in the house of worship market in the greater Detroit area.

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Achieve sales targets while demonstrating the ability to create steady growth within a specific area or region of the country and a deep understanding of the AVL solution selling/sales approach servicing the needs of new and existing clients
• Create effective business plans for generating new sales leads and put them into Salesforce
• Business development, cold calling, Internet, and other ways to develop new business.
• Proactively acts to understand client needs, identify technology solutions, and business opportunities
• Collaborates with internal engineers, designers, project managers, and other partners to determine the best solutions to meet clients' needs and exceed expectations
• Continual learning of new products, smart technologies solutions, and services to keep the competitive edge

About Guitar Center Professionals -- GC Pro

Make your live sound, video or lighting dream a reality with Guitar Center Professional. Our nationwide network of professionals has the expertise to take your vision from concept to completion. We will tailor an audio or visual solution that fits your vision, budget and space. Contact Guitar Center Professional today.

About Guitar Center

Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to craft lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion.

To join our band, you'll need the following experience:

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in Business, Marketing, or related field highly preferred; or 4 years of equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience selling audio, visual, lighting integration products/services with demonstrated ability to achieve specific sales targets, with at least 2 years preferably in the house of worship market in the greater Detroit area.
• Must have a deep understanding of the smart technology market (audio, video, lighting) with knowledge of AVL technologies, control systems (Crestron, QSC, Dante, Lutron (lighting control systems), streaming services, wireless...) other smart technologies used in HOW's
• Skilled acumen for business-to-business sales practices and strong negotiation skills.
• Competitive, high achiever, and holds self-accountable for results.
• A drive for personal and professional success.

Love this gig and want to apply?

Send your resume and cover letter today along with salary expectations!

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid jobrelated requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to recruiting@guitarcenter.com.

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