Field Sales Representative

Aventon is the first e-bike company designed for the real world. Producing versatile and inclusive products, we believe every ride is an opportunity for you to change how you experience the world. Our team of passionate creators, out-of-the-box thinkers, and go-getters strive to inspire people to get moving and discover the joy that comes through motion. We are ecstatic over your interest in the global, innovative, and electrically-charged change that is Aventon.
The Field Sales Rep works under the direction of the Regional Sales Manager and provides best-in-class experience to our partner bike shops. In this role, you will guide partners through sales, enter orders from shops, and handle returns and exchanges. The ideal candidate for this role is a self-starter and highly motivated. You have experience with in-field sales and are comfortable advocating for the company and its products. You are passionate about mobility and can relay that passion to our partners by telling them why our brand is the best in the industry.
The ideal candidate will be located in Illinois/Wisconsin

What You'll Do:

• Learn the Aventon brand product line and proactively reach out to partners to sell our products
• Actively listen and document feedback identified while completing onsite visits with partners and develop solutions to address challenges; assist in the continuous improvement process within the B2B team. 
• Re-enforce dedication to partnerships with bike shops, outdoor brands, and sporting goods stores; maintain partner relationships and meet onsite partnership visit goals regularly.
• Establish new partnerships with onboarded shops; maintain assigned partner relationships
• Enter sales orders; track progress to ensure timely fulfillment and delivery
• Understand and anticipate the needs of our retail partners, proactively reach out to assigned shops to maximize their experience and our revenue
• Provide ongoing training to the partner’s team and ensure adequate product knowledge and sales tactics.
• Generate revenue to meet goals on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Bring feedback from our partners to our leadership team; assist in the continuous improvement process within the B2B Support and Sales departments

Qualifications:

• Experience in sales or retail customer service experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of e-bikes is highly preferred
• Internet-savvy and comfortable with office applications (PC/Mac, word processor, spreadsheet, web browsers, mobile devices)
• Motivated self-starter who will be proactive in finding new partners, growing the team, and generating revenue for the company
• Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail (spelling, grammar) a must
• Excellent verbal communication, ample time will be spent on the phone with customers
• Demonstrate follow-through
• “Can do” attitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel 90% of the time

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Ride Aventon, Inc. (“the Company” or “Aventon”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Aventon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please email our Human Resources Department at hr@aventon.com.
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.