Director of Sales And Marketing

ACTIA US is part of the ACTIA Group, an international group that specializes in adding value to its customers by providing innovative electronics and diagnostics solutions.

ACTIA US has been manufacturing quality vehicle electronics and diagnostic equipment for growing markets such as Off-Highway, Bus & Coach, Truck & Fleet, Marine and Specialty Vehicles for over 30 years.

ACTIA solutions are known for their reliability, quality, and performance across multiple OEMs serving multiple markets.

Our wide-ranging experience in instrumentation, displays, controls, diagnostics, and wire harness design provide customers with a turn-key solution for any given application.

Interested in this role You can find all the relevant information in the description below.ACTIA’s focus on Innovation, Quality, and the Environment are at the core of the company’s commitment to continuous improvement that drives us to deliver a broad range of innovative solutions for customers worldwide.

ACTIA Group is an international group based in Toulouse, France.We are currently looking for a

Director of Sales and Marketing

to join our team in Romulus, MI. The

Director of Sales and Marketing

manages and oversees the sales and marketing operations for ACTIA. Main duties include development of new business, designing plans to meet sales targets, developing and cultivating relationships with customers, and evaluating costs to determine products’ pricing.

Organizational Competencies :

Quality FocusDetermined to stay focused on the quality of each and every deliverable by ensuring consistency and adherence to high standards, as well as paying close attention to even the minutest details involved.

CollaborativeThe ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside or outside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support.

Effective CommunicationBalancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, influencing others, keeping others informed.

LeadershipPromotes organizational mission and goals, and shows the way to achieve them.Technical SupportUnderstands internal / external customer technologies and problem resolution techniques.

Communicates effectively with customers, listens to symptom descriptions, analyzes problems, responds effectively, and provides constructive feedback to the client on problem resolution.Job Specific Competencies :

Business and Account DevelopmentDevelops and manages new business development operating budgetEstablishes strategic business plans to achieve corporate objectivesDevelops and executes comprehensive business plans and programs to support sales and revenue objectivesResearches, analyzes, and monitors financial, technological and demographic factors to capitalize on market opportunitiesPlans and oversees advertising and promotion activitiesMonitors competitive products and marketing activitiesEstablishes and maintains relationships with industry influencers, key community and strategic partnersConducts marketing surveys on current and new product conceptsProvides feedback internally and to headquarters for future product developmentEstablishes and maintains a consistent corporate image throughout all product lines, promotional materials, and events.

Sales and Marketing ManagementManages and supervises business development managersFacilitates development of supervised personnelOversees development and production of promotional and collateral materialsDevelops and recommends product positioning, packaging, and pricing strategyEnsures effective control of marketing resultsTakes corrective action to guarantee that achievement of marketing objectives falls within designated budgetsResolves conflicts and facilitates changes in structure of marketing groupProvides swift response to marketing problems and opportunitiesGuides preparation of marketing activity reports and presents to executive managementCollaborationServes as liaison with outside agencies and headquarters on ongoing promotional campaignsCollaborates with all internal departmentsLegal ComplianceEnsure legal compliance with state, federal and OSHA requirementsEnsure ISO procedures are followedMaintain compliance with all company policies and proceduresMinimum Qualifications and Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; a business degree would be a plusFive years of marketing / sales experienceAutomotive knowledge is preferredA second European language a plusStrong analytical skillsLogical reasoning ability is essentialAbility to travel extensively both domestically and internationallyWorking Conditions :

MovementThis position needs to occasionally move about inside the office and on the production floor. Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

Occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Operate / UseMust be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e. copier, printer, calculator)Ascend / DescendRarely ascends / descends stairs to reach archived filesCommunicateThis position frequently communicates with co-workers, managers and supervisors.

Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.TransportThis position frequently lifts or moves 25 pounds, occasionally moves up to 50 pounds for various needs.

Work EnvironmentRelatively quiet but fast-paced.TravelOccasional travel to customers and vendors, with overnight stays, may be required.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

ACTIA US is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind : ACTIA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at ACTIA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

ACTIA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package which includes : Medical, Dental and Vision coverageLife and Disability insurance401(k) PlanPaid HolidaysGenerous paid time off policy.

A flexible Schedule.No sponsorship available.No Recruiters Please.

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