National Distribution Manager - Healthcare

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional® makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products, and smart technologies. We provide solutions to Healthcare, Clean Industrial, Industrial, Office & Institutional, Hospitality & Travel, and Retail & Entertainment markets.

SC Johnson Professional® is a business unit within SC Johnson, a family-owned and led company and leading manufacturer of quality, trusted products since 1886.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join SC Johnson Professional as the National Distribution Manager and serve as the strategic leader for our most important national distribution partners. As the primary relationship owner for key strategic accounts, you'll develop growth strategies, lead customer programs, and drive profitable business through strong distributor partnerships. Collaborating across Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Product teams, you'll influence innovation, execute strategic initiatives, and help deliver solutions that create cleaner, safer, and healthier healthcare environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creation, execution, and reporting of tactical business plan to deliver assigned revenue targets  

• Strategic growth management of largest healthcare distributors and select end use customers to include portfolio management (gap analysis & closure), contract negotiation, marketing planning & execution, prudent financial investments & Distributor Sales Representative engagement. 

• Expanding SCJP user reach and lead generation for the field via optimal usage of strategic distributor marketing and sales capabilities. 

• Complete ownership of end-to-end commercial process (order to cash) to include forecasting, item & pricing management, payment & rebate management. 

• Collaborate with field sales & national account organization on local support needs for end users and DSR’s as well as ensuring proper inventory/stocking profiles. 

• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of SCJP and specific product value proposition, market landscape, competitive actions, and user needs. 

• Build positive and productive business relationships with customers, prospects and influencers. 

• Daily utilization of SCJP support tools, reports and CRM system to optimize time and communication 

• Achievement of assigned key performance metrics including customer activity, initiative velocity and business objective contribution. 

• Active and responsible management of expenses and financial investments (pricing, rebates, dispensers, etc.) 

• This is a dynamic work environment; numerous occasions will arise where support is required outside the job description. 

• Build and maintain effective relationships and communications with all internal functions. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelors degree AND 7+ years of experience in national account management or strategic sales within the commercial and janitorial industry or B2B distribution. Proven experience managing customer programs, business forecasting, strategic planning, and cross-functional strategic development initiatives. 
• 1+ years experience working within the healthcare segment and managing healthcare distribution 
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Experience managing and growing strategic relationships with healthcare Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and large Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs). 

• Proven ability to drive results via creative opportunity identification and execution 

• High sense of urgency and personal accountability 

• High aptitude working within a formalized sales process 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Institutional or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) selling and/or marketing experience with market leading brands  

• Possess working knowledge of distribution logistics to end-users, programming, and promotional tools to drive revenue growth.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time position, Remote 
• This role can be located anywhere in the United States, preferably near Charlotte, NC OR anywhere in the Southeast or Mid-Central region near a major airport 
• Up to 50% domestic travel  
• This position is not eligible for relocation 
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. 

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description

does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe Inclusion and Diversity is more than a program. We embed inclusive practices in our day-to-day work, the way we relate to our colleagues, collaborate and make decisions.

We value the collective richness of the differences people bring to the organization, including style, personality, thoughts, race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and disability – that enables all to bring their full contributions to the organization

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we believe people achieve their best when they collaborate and work together in person. We value connection to strengthen teamwork, accelerate problem solving, and drive innovation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.