Job Description
ASUS has long been at the forefront of the information technology industry and although the company started as a humble motherboard manufacturer with only a handful of employees, it is now a dominant player in the global market and employs over 17,000 people in 50 countries around the world. ASUS makes products in almost every conceivable category of information technology, including PC components and peripherals, desktops, notebooks, tablets, servers and smartphones.ASUS innovation continues to be recognized by prestigious international media organizations, and our products are consistently acknowledged with CES Innovation, iF Design, Good Design, and Red Dot awards. Inspired by the In Search of Incredible brand spirit, ASUS won more than 11 awards every day in 2020 and ranks as one of Forbes’ World’s Best Regarded Companies and Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies.Description:The Account Manager (Bilingual) for the Open Platform Business Group will maintain positive working relationships with customers by implementing new products, marketing programs, problem solving and managing inventory flow. The candidate will increase sales opportunities in specific Canada regions with existing channel customers as well as expand our business with new accounts. The Account Manager (Bilingual) is responsible for development, implementation, and execution of programs to achieve these business goals. ASUS products will include but are not limited to components, monitors, wireless/networking, and peripherals lines. The Account Manager is also expected to fully manage all business aspect for tier one house accounts.This role can work out of either our Markham, ON office or Montreal, QC office. Responsibilities: Develop go-to-market strategies for ASUS products to assigned accountsCompetitive analysis to understand the market situation, provide feedbacks internally, and execute the action plansDrive sales target and growth to meet quarterly and annual business goalsProactively identifies sales opportunities with assigned accounts, and complete sales cycleCoordinates and arranges routine scheduled meetings, including virtual and face-to-face meetings, to drive awareness for sales opportunitiesReview inventory report and POS reportProvide product training to customers and increase mindshareManage and attend customer events and industry trade showWork with Marketing to create marketing solutions to support accounts.Maintain good attendance and punctualityPerform other job duties as assignedQualifications:Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French is required.4+ years supporting direct sales or sales through distribution channelBachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in related field or equivalentWork experience in sales or account managementPrior experience working with Canada IT channel is requiredIntermediate experience with Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to multi-task and manage workflow prioritiesConfident speaking in front of large groups and/or senior managementFocused on taking initiative to solve problems and create positive resultsTravelling within the Canada and US is required, approximately 30%Ability to work confidently in a rapidly changing, fast-paced and results-oriented corporate environment where a high degree of flexibility is requiredApplication:We thank all applicants for their interest, but only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.ASUS is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and recognizes its obligation to provide accommodation in the job application process to persons with disabilities on request, up to the point of undue hardship. Requests for accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.