Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Job Summary:
The Sales Supervisor is responsible for managing the overall sales activities within the organization. This role involves leading a team of sales professionals, developing and implementing sales strategies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The Sales Supervisor conducts regular sales meetings, reviews sales data, and collaborates with other departments to address customer needs and drive continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include managing sales documentation, providing training and development opportunities for staff, and reporting on sales performance to senior management.
Responsibilities:
Sales Strategy
• Develop and implement sales strategies to increase revenue
• Analyze market trends and adjust strategies accordingly
• Collaborate with marketing team to create effective sales campaigns
• Monitor competition and make recommendations to stay competitive
• Create and maintain sales reports for management review
Customer Service
• Ensure high level of customer satisfaction by providing excellent service
• Handle customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner
• Train team on effective customer service techniques
• Monitor customer feedback and make improvements as needed
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients
Inventory Management
• Oversee inventory levels and ensure products are available for sale
• Coordinate with purchasing department to maintain appropriate stock levels
• Implement inventory control procedures to minimize losses
• Analyze sales data to determine inventory needs and make recommendations
• Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy
Budget Management
• Develop and manage sales budget
• Monitor and control expenses to ensure profitability
• Make budget recommendations to senior management
• Track and report on sales performance against budget
• Identify areas for cost savings and implement strategies to achieve them.
Team Management:
• Understand team dynamics and effective management practices. Supervisors should be adept at balancing individual tasks with overseeing team performance.
• Conflict Resolution: Ability to address conflicts within the team professionally and constructively.
• Motivational Skills: Inspire and motivate team members to achieve their best.
Adaptability:
• Supervisors often encounter changing priorities and unexpected challenges. Being adaptable and flexible is crucial.
• Decision Making: Make informed decisions based on organizational goals and guidelines.
High Impact Behaviors:
• Leadership by Example: Supervisors should model the behavior they expect from their team. This includes demonstrating a strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to the organization’s values.
• Team Engagement and Development: Supervisors need to actively engage their team members, recognizing their strengths and providing opportunities for skill development. This also involves offering constructive feedback and fostering a supportive team environment.
• Operational Efficiency: Supervisors should strive for continuous improvement in processes, ensuring that the team works efficiently and effectively. This includes setting clear goals, monitoring progress, and adapting strategies as necessary.
Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field with at least 4 years experience, with at least 1 year experience as a people manager or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
• Proficiency in sales tools and software (e.g., SalesForce, CRM systems).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop and implement sales strategies and plans.
• Experience in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
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Xylem |ˈzīləm|
1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots;
2) a leading global water technology company.
Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas.
If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!








