Planar Systems

Manage government sales opportunities, quotes, compliance, reporting, and collaborate cross-functionally to support federal, state, and local government sales cycles. | 2+ years sales operations or government contracting experience, familiarity with government procurement, Salesforce proficiency, and ability to manage compliance and reporting. | We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Government Sales Operations Specialist to support our Federal, State, and Local government sales efforts. This role will focus on managing opportunities, quotes, deal registrations, reporting, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external partners. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a keen understanding of government procurement processes, and the ability to ensure operational excellence across the entire government sales cycle. Opportunity & Quote Management · Create and maintain all Federal, State, and Local government opportunities and quotes in Salesforce. · Administer the Government Deal Registration program, including maintaining the Deal Registration and Government Opportunity Tracker on the Teams Government page. · Enter opportunity, quote, and sold opportunity information by year for Federal and State & Local markets. · Review daily orders to ensure correct end-user ownership assignments. · Update open opportunities quarterly, extending dates, closing, or adding notes as required. Government Bid & Contract Support · Create government bid opportunities and generate Master Dealer and Master Distribution quotes. · Collaborate with distribution partners and Direct to Market partners on quoting, deal tracking, and documentation requirements. · Serve as the primary point of contact for account managers regarding Federal opportunities, including opportunity notifications, deal registrations, procurement support, and related documentation needs. · Manage Letters of Supply (LOS) and Authorized Reseller letters, coordinating with operations and legal for signatures and compliance. · Maintain the customer proprietary site for secure order transmission and reporting. Reporting & Data Management · Generate monthly and quarterly sales and contract compliance reports, including requirements for the State specific contracts. · Provide weekly Year-to-Date revenue and backlog data to the government team. · Reconcile commission statements against revenue reports for accuracy. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance · Participate in CPG calls for Federal projects as needed, assisting with requirements gathering, TAA/BAA compliance, COO inquiries, and past-performance documentation. · Review and process government orders for accuracy before routing them to the appropriate Inside Account Managers. · Work with legal on SAM renewals and related compliance activities. Lead Management & Customer Support · Receive, review, and quote leads; escalate complex leads to appropriate government team members for action. · Serve as the primary point of contact for order lookups when service issues arise, collaborating with technical support or Applications Engineers to confirm parts, check availability, and generate quotes. Account Administration · Create new Federal accounts in Salesforce as requested by Inside Account Managers, ensuring alignment with account standards and providing account information as needed. Requirements · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Government Contracting, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. · 2+ years of experience in sales operations, government contracting, or related administrative support roles. · Familiarity with Federal, State, and Local procurement processes strongly preferred. · Experience with Salesforce (or similar CRM), Microsoft Teams, and reporting tools required. · Understanding of TAA, BAA, SAM, and other government compliance frameworks a plus. · Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to attend trade shows and corporate meetings. Benefits All benefits start on first day of employment! • 75% employer-paid medical for employee. Family coverage also included. • 100% employer paid dental, and vision for employee and dependents • 100% employer paid long-term, short-term disability, and life insurance policy • 401k Match, if you’re contributing 5% we match 4%. 100% vested immediately. • 10 paid holidays • Starting at 15 days paid PTO (inclusive of sick and vacation time) annually • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) EEOC Statement: Planar is an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusivity. Our commitment to this goal is clearly expressed in our zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment of any kind, including on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our hiring practices ensure that decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs, while extending to all aspects of our operations - from recruitment and promotion to layoff and recall, to leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We are committed to remaining a drug free workplace

Drive sales of LED display products for live events by managing full sales cycles, building customer relationships, providing technical consultation, and collaborating with internal teams. | 5+ years sales experience in Rental & Staging or live events, strong technical LED knowledge, established industry relationships, CRM proficiency, willingness to travel extensively, and ability to work from home office near a major airport. | About Planar Planar is a global leader in visualization technology, delivering cutting-edge LED and LCD display solutions for applications spanning broadcast, education, government, corporate, live events, and public spaces. With a history of innovation, Planar empowers organizations to transform environments and engage audiences with stunning visual experiences. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Account Manager – Rental & Staging (LED Solutions) to join our North American team. This role is focused on driving sales of indoor and outdoor LED display products designed for live events, exhibitions, touring, and staging applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Rental & Staging (R&S) market, with strong customer relationships across production companies, rental houses, and event technology providers. Success in this role requires both sales expertise and technical credibility—including solid knowledge of LED display technology and processing systems—to consult effectively within demanding, fast-paced live event environments. Key Responsibilities · Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets for Rental & Staging LED solutions. · Build and maintain strong relationships with production companies, rental houses, and event technology providers across the R&S market. · Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to close, including demonstrations, proposals, and contract negotiations. · Collaborate closely with customers to understand project timelines, technical requirements, and inventory investment strategies. · Provide consultative expertise on LED technology, system design, and processing solutions for live events. · Represent Planar at industry trade shows, conferences, and customer demonstrations. · Maintain detailed pipeline management and accurate forecasting within CRM systems. · Partner with internal teams (engineering, product management, marketing) to deliver tailored solutions for customers. · Track competitive activity and market trends within the Rental & Staging segment. · 5+ years of sales experience in the Rental & Staging or live events industry. · Proven success in selling LED displays or related event technology solutions. · Established relationships with R&S production companies and rental houses. · Solid technical understanding of LED displays, including pixel pitch, resolution, brightness, and durability for touring applications. · Working knowledge of LED processing systems (e.g., Novastar, Brompton, Colorlight, or equivalent). · Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. · Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven live events environments. · Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (preferred). · Willingness to travel extensively within assigned territory. · Proficiency with CRM systems such as Salesforce, HubSpot, or Microsoft Dynamics. · Familiarity with expense management systems such as SAP Concur, Expensify, or Coupa. · Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel). Other Requirements: ​Field based position. Candidate must be able to work from their home office and be available to travel. Travel expectation of at least 50% a must. Must live within 30 miles of a major airport. Occasional lifting, up to 40 pounds, required. Must have a valid driver’s license All benefits start on first day of employment! 75% employer-paid medical for employee. Family coverage also included. 100% employer paid dental, and vision for employee and dependents 100% employer paid long-term, short-term disability, and life insurance policy 401k Match, if you’re contributing 5% we match 4%. 100% vested immediately. 10 paid holidays Starting at 15 days paid PTO (inclusive of sick and vacation time) annually Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) EEOC Statement: Planar is an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusivity. Our commitment to this goal is clearly expressed in our zero-tolerance policy for discrimination and harassment of any kind, including on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our hiring practices ensure that decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and current business needs, while extending to all aspects of our operations - from recruitment and promotion to layoff and recall, to leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We are committed to remaining a drug free workplace