WorkShop

Oslo

Katarina Mellberg

WorkShop offers you an exciting job in an international and dynamic organization where there is a short time gap from idea to action. Would you like to join us? Do you have a proven track record in building strong relationships and leadership, excellent communication skills, and a background in the electronics industry? If so, we want to hear from you!Workshop is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join us as an Area Sales Manager for our client SquareTrade in Oslo. SquareTrade is a leading InsurTech company in Europe who provides exceptional consumer electronics insurance services. Joining our team offers an exciting opportunity to take on a role that has variety in daily tasks. Additionally, you will have the chance to develop a vast industry network and grow both professionally and personally.You will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our sales operations across the region. You will have the opportunity to dive into a wide range of tasks, ensuring that no two days are alike.Responsibilities:  As Area Sales Manager your role will be instrumental in driving the success and achievement of your region’s performance targets and strategic key performance indicators (KPIs). You will serve as a key liaison, delivering market insights on the region&#39;s biggest retailers to stakeholders within SquareTrade and their partners, following a defined cadence.As an Area Sales Manager for SquareTrade, you&#39;ll put a lot of focus on connecting with SquareTrade&#39;s retailers in your district. You do this through store visits and sales promotion activities. You will be responsible for achieving set goals and optimizing sales but also increasing visibility and awareness of SquareTrade on the market. You will also:  <ul><li>Build long-term relationships within your sales territory by creating partnerships focused on key retail leaders and internal partners</li><li>Take ownership and manage the planning and execution of engagement and training activities</li><li>Drive sales of SquareTrade&#39;s insurance services to the stores and train store staff on how to sell an insurance product</li><li>Work across departments to contribute to process improvements and optimizations to increase sales in your region</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact (POC) for the regional store managers and department managers regarding, ensuring seamless communication and relationship management</li><li>Monitor and analyze marketplace performance metrics, identifying trends and generating actionable insights to drive continuous improvement and optimize outcomes.</li><li>Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices in retail marketplaces</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with other Area Sales Managers to ensure marketplace activities are aligned with overall business goals and objectives, fostering synergy and maximizing outcomes</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Minimum 4 years of experience in the retail and consumer electronics industry</li><li>Proven leadership experience, ideally in store management, with a focus on consumer training and coaching</li><li>Experience of product training for large groups</li><li>Possibility to travel occasionally regionally, nationally and international travels</li><li>Track record of monitoring and following up on KPI performance</li><li>Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and verbal</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)</li><li>Valid drivers license </li></ul>Personality:<ul><li>Strong interpersonal and communication</li><li>Excellent presentation creation skills and verbal presentation skill</li><li>Service minded</li><li>Flexible and solution-oriented</li><li>Thrives from building relationships and making sales growth</li><li>Has an analytical mind</li></ul>Working hours: Full time, with planned deviations, inc. 6-month probation period 
Location: Oslo 
Start date: As soon as possible or according to agreement 
Application language: EnglishDon&#39;t miss out on this exciting opportunity! Interviews are ongoing, so we encourage you to submit your application promptly. The deadline for applications is 2025-10-31 via the advertisement. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and supporting your growth as a sales manager.We are WorkShop: the Consumer Experience Agency – a leading retail agency in the Nordics, dedicated to creating and delivering innovative customer experience for the world&#39;s biggest brands. We do that by offering a complete portfolio of services including data &amp; insights, concept, field marketing and much more – so that we can be a partner to our clients in every step. Join one of our teams around the globe and explore your potential through unique projects, pop-ups, store concepts or our brand ambassador programs! Learn more about our company at <a href="https://www.work-shop.com/" rel="nofollow">WorkShop</a> and follow us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/workshoptheconsumerexperienceagency" rel="nofollow">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/724670/admin/" rel="nofollow">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/workshopretail/" rel="nofollow">Instagram</a>!

AREA SALES MANAGER FOR SQUARETRADE!