DALLAS – The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is recruiting veterans to bring a taste of home to warfighters downrange. The 123-year-old Department of Defense retailer is seeking veterans to deploy to fill various positions wherever the Exchange operates within Southwest Asia and Eastern Europe. “When the Exchange hires veterans for downrange assignments, these former service members draw on the same strong work ethic, commitment and loyalty they used to serve our country,” said Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Luis Reyes, the Exchange’s senior enlisted adviser. “Many already have served downrange and now they are able to give back, supporting troops on the front line.” No matter where America’s troops go, the Exchange goes with them. The Exchange operates 41 direct-run stores on 32 installations in eight Middle East countries, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, as well as on installations in Europe, such as Bosnia, Kosovo, Romania, Poland and Bulgaria. This program supports the Exchange’s commitment to hire 50,000 veterans and military spouses by 2020. Veterans can look for jobs at ApplyMyExchange.com.

Many veterans already have the favorable security clearance needed to work downrange, which can save three to 15 months in conducting necessary background checks. Deployments with the Exchange range from six months to a year, with an option to extend up to two years. After their deployments, veterans are eligible to apply for other jobs with the Exchange. Leroy Elliott, a Vietnam War and Desert Storm veteran, has been the Exchange’s services business manager in Kuwait since August. Elliott served in the Marines and Army for 22 years. He also worked for the Exchange from 1993 to 2009. “The work is challenging and the days are long,” Elliott said. “It’s all worth it when we can bring a little bit of home to the men and women who are putting themselves in harm’s way and serving our country.”

(Courtesy of AAFES News Service)

NOW HIRING: Physically fit and mentally unbreakable Americans willing to jump out of airplanes and work variable hours (to include nights and weekends) in hostile combat environments around the globe to execute special operations missions of strategic national importance.

– Must be a team player

– Must be a self-starter

– Must not be someone who settles for mediocrity

– Must be in the Active Duty Army

– Must have a 105 or above GT Score (waiverable on case-by-case basis)

– Must be a U.S. Citizen

– Must not have any drug or alcohol related incidents within the past 24 months

Here’s how to apply:

In the Active Duty Army? Send your SRB to 75recruit@socom.mil from your .mil email address.

Not in the Active Duty Army? Go tell your local Active Duty Army Recruiter that you want to serve in the 75th Ranger Regiment. @goarmy @usarec

Raven Concealment Systems is an Ohio-based polymer manufacturing and product design company specializing in concealment holsters, magazine carriers, and other related accessories. RCS serves a global customer base, but is heavily focused on commercial, government, and military clients in the United States. The Distribution Channel Sales Specialist is responsible for all product sales activities to wholesalers, distributors, and dealer clients, with emphasis on growth and profitability of sales to domestic 2-step distributors.

This position is comprised of approximately 75% inside sales and 25% outside sales and related business travel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Accountable for delivering quarterly and annual sales plans
• Responsible for achieving total sales and profitability goals
• Responsible for driving market share growth
• Proactively manage distributor/dealer networks
• Develop a market-penetration plan for key distributors/dealers which includes forecasting on a short-, mid-, and long-term basis
• Serve as main point of contact for distributor/dealer network
• Strategically engage and build strong relationships with principals, purchasers, and relevant decision-makers at current and prospective distributor/dealer customers
• Exhibit and network at industry trade shows and events
• Collaborate with marketing and product management teams on current product promotions and new product roll-out
• Manage and track sales activity in CRM
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience within the firearms/accessories industry, specifically within the realm of 2-step distribution sales
• Verifiable track record of successful sales results and market/territory growth
• Valid driving license and clean driving record
• Must be able to deliver impactful and concise presentations and demonstrations to existing and prospective customers
• Strategic thinker
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both in-person and over the phone
• Excellent written communication skills
• Ability to forge long-term relationships
• Ability to sell a technical product
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Power Point
• Technologically proficient enough to quickly acclimate to a CRM
• Ability to motivate and persuade

RELATIONSHIPS & CONTACTS REQUIREMENTS:
• Arrive with a substantial established list of existing relevant relationships from prior work experience in this space
• Build new, strong relationships with distributors and dealers
• Work closely with marketing, product management, and customer service

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Highly flexible and able to react constructively and with a positive attitude to multiple demands, shifting priorities, change and unexpected events.
• May be required at times to perform light lifting and carrying (30 lbs) and up to 8 hours a day on standing/walking/driving.

COMPENSATION:
This position is a salary-exempt position. Compensation is comprised of a base salary, a monthly commission on booked sales, and quarterly bonuses for meeting sales goals and other benchmarks. This is one of the most aggressive comp plans in the industry for this type of position. RCS also provides a robust medical insurance plan.
Interested applicants should e-mail a current resume to employment@ravenconcealment.com. NO INQUIRIES BY TELEPHONE ACCEPTED.

This is a fantastic opportunity with Under Armour. The position offers a pivotal role in the brand and supervises three Regional Account Managers and five Independent Sales Agencies.

Under Armour is looking for a qualified, driven Senior Manager to lead our tactical sales team.This is an opportunity to be part of a great success story, as Under Armour continues to impact the business like no other company has.

What does this opportunity give me?
• Chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ownership. Own your job and be accountable to a direct team of Regional Managers and outside Sales Agencies.
• Exposure.  The ability to partner with business units across the organization.
• Growth. Potential for career growth is a company initiative.
• Pride. Work for a brand that delivers a consistent message every day.

What will I do at UA?
• Responsible for managing teams of (3) Regional Account Managers and (5) Independent Sales Agencies who sell to our Tactical channel and driving profitable revenue growth.
• Evaluate and build Sales Plans, Go-to-Market strategy, winning seasonal assortments and forecasts to drive sell through at retail with wholesale partners.
• Develop, maintain, and manage account relationships at all levels.
• Partner with Director – Outdoor Sales to manage P&L for the area and revise business models as necessary to drive contribution margin.
• Partner cross-functionally to drive the authenticity and connecting of Under Armour to consumer “athletes” across the US. (Planning, Merchandising, Marketing, Finance)
• Lead sales team to optimize performance through training, coaching, feedback and development.

What does UA need from me?
• Bachelor’s Degree and 10-15 years sales experience in the tactical/military field.
• Highly skilled in Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• High-level skills with database/spreadsheet programs, SAP and MS Office.
• Proficiency in Retail Math.
• Passion and Energy to manage a team and own your business to push the brand beyond sales plans.
• Prior experience leading and influencing a team in sales within Tactical channels and with national/key accounts preferred.

What else do I get?
• Comprehensive benefits program
• Amazing company culture and team environment
• Guard rails to work between, not a box
• Ownership in the brand with our Employee Stock Purchase Program

For full details, and to apply, visit careers.underarmour.com/job/baltimore/sr-manager-sales-tactical.

Today, we have two interesting opportunities for those in the textile business. The Two Account and Project Manager positions are with University of Wyoming’s Manufacturing Works.

University of Wyoming’s Manufacturing Works is looking for dynamic, collaborative personalities who have a love for Wyoming, manufacturing, manufacturing processes, and helping Wyoming’s manufacturers grow.  

Two Account and Project Manager positions are open, one in Casper and one in Cheyenne. Candidates must be self-motivated, self-directed, have project management and sales experience, awesome written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to assess manufacturing business needs and identify solutions.  

Details and application instructions for these fulfilling career opportunities are available through these links on the University of Wyoming’s Employment Opportunities website:

Cheyenne (Job Number 19001030)

Casper (Job Number 19001364)

For full consideration, submit application materials on or before June 23, 2019.