Salomon USA Appoints New Winter Sports Equipment Sales Director
OutdoorHub 05.24.12
Salomon, the leader in technical design and innovation in mountain sports has appointed Erik Anderson as Sales Director for Salomon USA Winter Sports Equipment to oversee alpine and Nordic ski equipment categories.
Anderson will be responsible for all aspects of the annual winter sports equipment selling cycle as well as provide overall management and direction for its network of sales representatives and key accounts. He will also work closely with the Salomon product marketing and brand management teams. Anderson most recently was VP Alpine Division, Fischer Skis US and had also worked for the American Skiing Company where he was General Merchandise Manager. In 2000 he earned his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Southern Maine.
“Erik brings a huge snowsports passion that is a prerequisite for this job. His winter sports experience and qualifications make him a great fit with Salomon USA.” says Mike Adams, Vice President and Commercial Director for Amer Sports Winter Sports Equipment in the US. “We are confident that Erik will ensure that our strategies are correctly voiced and administered. We’ll really benefit from the total package Erik brings.”
“The long, exciting road I’ve taken in this industry has landed me at Salomon USA. To be with the #1 ski equipment brand in the US is a great honor and challenge.” says Anderson. “I am ready to employ my skills and experience in directing Salomon winter sports equipment sales as well as executing overall go-to-market strategies.”
Anderson will relocate to the Ogden, Utah area and start at Salomon USA May 31, 2012.
