Job description
Purpose
Responsible for driving sales of company golf apparel products and services within the assigned territory by engaging established customers and cultivating new prospects to deliver profitable and sustainable growth. Maintains strong one-on-one relationships to ensure customer awareness and satisfaction through expert product knowledge, timely updates, and consistent alignment with company objectives and quality standards. Operates within the scope of corporate policies to achieve defined sales goals and contribute to overall business success.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage all aspects of account planning, in-field activation, and territory sales execution to achieve annual booking and revenue targets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and consumers, delivering high service levels and fostering long-term partnerships.
- Promote and sell company products and services within the assigned territory, focusing on top revenue-generating accounts while maintaining best-in-class service across the board.
- Ensure timely order writing, proactively manage the open order book, and oversee all sales activities in alignment with trade investment programs.
- Activate key product and brand stories at retail to drive consumer engagement and sell-through.
- Conduct product knowledge sessions and educational seminars for accounts; represent the brand at sales meetings, trade shows, and consumer events.
- Provide regular market insights and feedback to Sales Leadership, including competitor activity and customer trends.
- Submit accurate territory forecasts and weekly activity reports; maintain detailed records of sales performance, customer interactions, and account status.
- Manage sales-related budgets (T&E, seeding, allowances) and support inventory control through communication of supply and pricing trends.
- Address customer concerns and coordinate with internal teams to resolve product or service issues.
- Offer strategic input on product needs and enhancements based on customer feedback and market dynamics.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills with strong command of the English language.
- Direct sales experience and a proven track record for delivering results.
- Ability to establish productive relationships with diverse account base.
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities while working autonomously.
- Very strong work ethic.
- Working knowledge of the golf industry and understanding key players within the market.
- Proficiency in software applications such as MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Virtual Sales tools.
- Ability to travel on a regional basis, up to 45% of the time.
- Ability to lift and carry samples/products weighing up to 30lbs.
- Manages accounts in excess of 1.25M in revenue.
Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of inside/outside sales experience, preferably within the golf industry (soft goods preferred).
- University or college graduate in related field preferred.
Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Additional Information
- This is a fully remote role based in Denver, CO but also open to candidates in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins.
- The anticipated base pay range is $70,000-$75,000 (commission and bonus not included).
- Employees are eligible for robust benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k with match, and paid parental leave.
- adidas is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.