Company Overview: Seaguar is a business division of Kureha America, Inc and is the inventor and world leader of fluorocarbon fishing lines. At Seaguar, we believe in delivering premium performance at every step of an angler’s journey. Whether it is performance fishing lines for elite pros, or for sophisticated anglers who are seeking the absolute highest quality — or for those who are brand new to angling — we make it easy to fish the very best.

Job Overview. The Assistant Sales Manager develops and implements sales operations and activities to maximize sales of Seaguar Products using a variety of business concepts, best practices, and procedures for retail markets. Relies on previous sales experience and judgments to plan and accomplish company sales goals. Performs a variety of sales operation tasks. Works directly with National Sales Manager, Assistant Marketing Manager, and Supply Chain team to ensure goals for sales operation efficiencies are met. Collaborates with product development and Sales team to ensure the success of new product launches. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Requires some communication with Manufacturing and Headquarters in Tokyo, Japan.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Sales for Regional distributors and retailers with Sales Rep Agencies and the internal Seaguar team.
• Visit customers with Sales Reps to gather information that will lead to increased sales and new products.
• Propose new opportunities to increase sales through strategic and measurable means, obtain internal approval from senior management, and implement them in conjunction with Sales Reps and customers.
• Coordinate with Customers, Sales Reps and Supply Chain team to resolve any sales order discrepancies promptly.
• Work with Accounting to periodically review customer accounts and engage as needed to support timely and complete collection of accounts receivable.

Education and Experience. Requires a minimum 4-year college degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience.

Other Qualifications. Familiarity and experience with fishing tackle industry is required. Experience in saltwater fishing tackle, a plus. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be a self-starter. Must have a positive attitude and ability to work in a less-structured environment. Experience working with Asian (ideally Japanese) companies a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP systems is essential.

Physical Demands. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain in a stationary position; operate a computer, telephone, and other office productivity machinery; and communicate or exchange information accurately. The employee is occasionally required to traverse the workspace and move/operate equipment, and office supplies up to ten pounds.

This is Remote-Based position with primary offices located in Louisville, KY and Houston, TX. This position requires regular travel, possibly up to 50%.

Reporting Relationship. Reports to General Manager for the Seaguar Division.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to our HR Dept R.Robinson@kureha.com detailing their relevant experience and passion for the fishing industry. We look forward to having you join our team and add to our growth!