Dealer Relationship Manager jobs in Rhode Island

Description:

Are you looking for a career where you'll be part of a small, dynamic team? Are you a good communicator and love meeting new people? Are you a creative thinker? Do you enjoy engaging in a variety of tasks and learning new things? Then this position may be for you.

FarSounder, Inc. is a small and growing marine sonar company located in Warwick, Rhode Island. We've invented and developed a revolutionary type of sonar that shows the user a 3D image of the underwater environment in front of their vessel (similar to radar, but in 3D and underwater). FarSounder's products are proudly made in the USA and marketed and sold globally.

This position will support our domestic and international business development and marketing efforts. The candidate should be ready to join our passionate and flexible workplace. Our team embraces a culture of social responsibility, transparency, innovation, and respect.

The primary focus of this position is to engage the audience and build relationships with various sectors of the marine industry including yachting, cruise, government, and military. This is done through three main competencies: personal communications, creative outreach, and data analysis and management. The candidate will be integral in generating sales and cultivating long-lasting relationships.

Personal Communications

The main focus of this position is on communications. The company aims to develop trust and cultivate interest through education and brand awareness. The candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with our global dealer network, shipbuilders, customers, and potential customers. The candidate is expected to assist in turning leads into sales and cultivating relationships.

Creative Outreach

Experience in providing creative solutions based on customer needs and developing engaging content to capture the attention of the audience is at the center of this position. It all begins with understanding the audience and knowing how to assist and engage them. The candidate must be comfortable with Social Media and have the ability to create professional posts. Previous experience with email marketing platforms, Canva, and/or Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.

Data Analysis and Data Management

One important aspect of this position is to be able to optimize marketing efforts, analyze results, and make data-driven decisions to achieve a high level of audience engagement. This requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to prepare reports of progress, results, and forecasts to present to stakeholders using key metrics. The candidate should be comfortable using computer-based tools for tracking marketing efforts, the sales journey, and customer communications. Previous experience with Salesforce or another CRM is helpful.

Required Qualifications:

• Smart, personable, self-starter
• Comfortable traveling domestically and internationally
• Expected travel: a minimum of 2-3 weeks per year
• Command of written and spoken English

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of business development, marketing, and/or account management experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Fluency in foreign language(s) is a plus
• Marine industry experience would be considered an asset

Details:

• This position is hybrid, based out of our office in Warwick, RI
• Only open to individuals with the permanent legal right to work in the United States
• Time commitment: Full time
• Salary Range: $60k-$70k

To apply: please submit a PDF copy of your resume and cover letter to hr indeed@farsounder.com. No agency calls are accepted.

FarSounder is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a smoke-free/drug-free work environment for its employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, gender identity and pregnancy, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Ability to Commute:

• Warwick, RI 02888 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Warwick, RI 02888