Marketing & Sales Operations Representative

Career Area: Sales Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Our  Americas Distribution Services Division (ADSD)  provides governance and administration of Cat® dealers across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America.    As the Marketing & Sales Operations Representative , you will advise on marketing and sales initiatives and dealer/customer related strategies, systems, and processes supporting the Southeast U.S. District.

Location: Atlanta, GA (United States) Required Travel: Up to 50% (Domestic) Relocation Assistance Offered: Yes (Domestic)              US Work Authorization Sponsorship Offered: None         What You Will Do: Answer inquiries and resolve problems regarding business plan execution, operational improvement and achievement of targets. Advise on existing and potential customer experiences issues and improvement measures. Consult with dealers on ways to improve marketing and sales capabilities, supporting the overall business development process. Govern dealer execution of the programs that increase sales and improve customer experience. What You Have (Required Skills): Customer Focus : Knowledge of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and ability to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Decision Making and Critical Thinking : Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment. Effective Communications : Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Problem Solving : Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations. Relationship Management : Knowledge of relationship management techniques; ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers. Value Selling : Knowledge of the principles and practices for selling products, technology and services; ability to provide overall product/service 'value' and to differentiate support offerings that address clearly understood customer needs. What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills): Negotiating : Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner. Project Management : Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives. Bachelor’s degree or higher Previous relevant industry experience Previous experience working with a dealer network   What You Will Get: Through it all, we are  one team – creating and delivering world-class components and solutions superior to the competition. Learn more about the  Caterpillar Experience .   About Caterpillar: Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and