What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Distribution Sales position at ASSA ABLOY Group?
Head of Distribution Sales - US
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, Pedestrian Door Solutions
Join the industry leader in automated door solutions! ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is a global manufacturer committed to creating safe, secure, and efficient entrance systems for people worldwide. We specialize in automated pedestrian, industrial, and high-performance door solutions, operating in over 100 countries.
Why Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems?
At ASSA ABLOY, we offer more than a job — we provide an environment for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions. Here’s why our team loves being part of ASSA ABLOY:
The Role:
As the Head of Distribution Sales-US, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing our distribution strategy across the United States. This role ensures our ASSA ABLOY distributors are supported with competitive pricing, product availability, and logistical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
ASSA ABLOY fosters a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We celebrate diversity and strive for equity in all aspects of our organization. Together, we innovate and create solutions that serve our global community.
We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems, Pedestrian Door Solutions
Join the industry leader in automated door solutions! ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems is a global manufacturer committed to creating safe, secure, and efficient entrance systems for people worldwide. We specialize in automated pedestrian, industrial, and high-performance door solutions, operating in over 100 countries.
Why Join ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems?
At ASSA ABLOY, we offer more than a job — we provide an environment for growth, innovation, and meaningful contributions. Here’s why our team loves being part of ASSA ABLOY:
- 1. Strategic Leadership & Impact
- 2. Collaborative Culture
- 3. Comprehensive Benefits
The Role:
As the Head of Distribution Sales-US, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing our distribution strategy across the United States. This role ensures our ASSA ABLOY distributors are supported with competitive pricing, product availability, and logistical excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the US Distribution team to deliver best-in-class support to our distributor partners.
- Develop and implement pricing strategies that align with business goals and market dynamics.
- Collaborate with Product Management and Supply Chain to ensure product availability and timely delivery.
- Serve as the primary liaison between ASSA ABLOY and our distributor network, fostering strong, long-term relationships.
- Monitor and improve distributor performance metrics, including order accuracy, delivery timelines, and customer satisfaction.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization across the distribution channel.
- Represent the voice of the distributor internally, advocating for tools, resources, and innovations that enhance their success.
- Proven leadership experience in distribution, logistics, or channel management, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Strong understanding of pricing strategy, inventory management, and customer service best practices.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results in a matrixed organization.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred).
- Health, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with company matching
- Short- and long-term disability, life, accident, and travel insurance
- 15 PTO days and 11 paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
- Travel as needed to support distributor relationships
- Leadership development programs
- Length of Service awards and performance recognition
ASSA ABLOY fosters a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We celebrate diversity and strive for equity in all aspects of our organization. Together, we innovate and create solutions that serve our global community.
We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
