Market Development Specialist - Seattle, WA

Purple
Seattle, WA
Job Description
Purple is seeking a Market Development Specialist to support the future growth of the Wholesale division by creating raving fans. The successful candidate will be responsible for making every regional and national account as successful as possible, positioning themselves as experts who can help maximize revenue growth and grow Purple's Balance of Share (BOS).

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience in Indirect Customer Sales
  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Passionate about coaching, training, and selling
  • Comfortable presenting in front of large groups, including leadership
  • Sales focused whether selling a product or an idea
  • Dedicated to bringing a creative & curious approach to problem solving & troubleshooting while challenging the status quo
  • Committed to Excellence: Meticulous about detail and accuracy while working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • A Collaborator and Team Player: who anticipates and identifies emerging issues and works with team members to assist in the development and implementation of solutions.
  • Flexible & Results Driven: Able to manage, adapt, and dynamically prioritize multiple work-streams with a positive attitude.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Prior experience developing or facilitating training content is highly preferred.
  • Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings to meet the needs of the business.
  • Ability to travel daily within market, overnight and airline travel required.
  • A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) Match
  • Flexible PTO
  • Earn a Mattress
  • Purple Swag
  • Amazing Purple Products
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