Key Accounts Manager - LaCrosse Footwear

Are you ready to step into a pivotal role with LaCrosse Footwear, a trailblazer in performance footwear since 1897? We're seeking a full-time Key Accounts Manager to join our team!

Enjoy competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Term life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Paid community service time
• Employee purchase program
• Paid jury duty
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• and more!

Join us in upholding our legacy of quality and innovation!

WHAT IS LACROSSE FOOTWEAR ALL ABOUT?

LaCrosse Footwear, Inc., is synonymous with craftsmanship and durability in the footwear industry. For over a century, we've set standards in performance-driven footwear, catering to the work, farm, agriculture, hunting, and cold-weather markets. Our commitment to quality, accountability, and community involvement defines our culture, making us a trusted choice for professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

At LFI, we're building a more diverse and inclusive community in our journey toward excellence. The way that we accomplish this is by questioning the status quo, actively seeking ways to grow, and being committed to building premium quality experiences of lasting value while following our core principles:

• Strive for Excellence
• Be Accountable
• Listen and Learn
• Create Meaningful Relationships
• Give Back
• Make it Matter
• Be Agile

We hope you'll grow with us while making a meaningful impact not only in our community but also in your career!

Key Account Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:The Key Account Manager is responsible for directing, managing, and leading the business development process with specific target Key accounts consistent with the company's strategic plan. Target accounts will have complex needs and will require interaction with a wide range of high-level decision-makers and influencers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION (Other duties may be assigned.):

• Aggressively identify, prioritize and manage corporate relationships with a targeted set of key strategic partners to create measurable business results for LaCrosse Footwear Inc.
• Directly achieves business results through understanding of customer requirements and making recommendations for programs, solutions, customer decisions and resource allocation. Demonstrates knowledge of key influencers and ability to use them.
• Utilizes and coordinates the company's cross functional resources (Customer Service, Product Development, Marketing, IT) to enhance customer relationships and build business opportunities.

Business and Sales Analysis

• Reports on business plan progress
• Evaluation against programs and initiatives - performance, spending, results vs. forecast

Leadership and Sales Team Development

• Acts as mentor and sets the example to sales team members in the area of business development.
• Actively leverages knowledge of competitors and customers to enhance competitiveness and ability to accelerate business growth.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty successfully. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration or related field.
• Five (5) to eight (8) years in sales, consumer marketing, retailing or related industry experience is preferred.
• Four (4) to eight (8) years of forecasting experience is preferred.
• Advanced PC knowledge and skills (MS Office).
• Must demonstrate proven record of goal achievement, sense of urgency and dedication to success.
• Must have a proven record of problem-solving skills and creativity to achieve goals.
• Must possess excellent professional verbal and written communications skills to a variety of audiences.
• Must feel comfortable with communicating business metrics and strategies consistent with company goals to many levels of responsibility.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills
• Must be willing to conduct oneself in accordance with LFI's Core Values.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 50% to 75% domestic travel required.

Join LaCrosse Footwear in delivering excellence as our Key Accounts Manager! Our 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application is straightforward and easy. Take the next step in your career by applying today!

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify. LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer that strives for and celebrates diversity in its workforce.