Title: Territory Manager
Department: Outside Sales
Pay Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: National Sales Manager
JOB SUMMARY
The Territory Manager is responsible for marketing, promoting, and profitably selling products and services to existing and potential new customers within assigned territory. The Territory Manager will establish and maintain customer relationships in order to grow profitable sales.
OUR VALUES ARE KEY
Integrity is key - We are reliable with our words, responsible for our actions and lead with humanity.
Team, Team, Team - Create a safe, supportive and respectful team atmosphere that generates collaboration, transparency and opportunity for all.
Customer Connection - We take pride in being the most knowledgeable in the industry. We strive to deliver dependable and trustworthy results in every aspect of the customer experience.
Take The Long View - As individuals and a team we make strategic choices that support the long-term health of our company, our families and our community.
Celebrate The Day! - We celebrate the wins each day. We acknowledge each other's successes. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions
Strong ability to interpret and process data
Strong process improvement skills.
Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
Frequently required to sit, bend and reach
Frequently required to type, process information and use fine finger manipulation
Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
Must be able to travel for business purposes
Occasionally will be required to lift and or carry 50 lbs
Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust and focus
Occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop plans and strategies for developing business and achieving the company's sales and profit margin goals
Monitor customer, market, and competitor activity and provide feedback to company leadership team and other company functions
Utilizes sales reports and other market data to recognize sales opportunities
Makes personal sales calls at customer locations on a consistent basis - service oriented
Work closely with the leadership team to establish successful channel and customer programs
Manage key customer relationships and participate in closing strategic opportunities
Attends industry events and functions
Monitors travel expenses to budget and execute monthly expense report Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 5 years of professional sales or related work experience
Knowledge in strategic planning and execution
Professional written, verbal communications and interpersonal skills
Experience in developing, planning, and organizing sales strategies
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to create a results driven, team oriented environment
Knowledge and proficiency in all Microsoft Office products
Proven business acumen: strategic thinker/planner, understanding of product positioning and pricing
Broad product experience within Architectural Door Hardware category is a plus
Ability to travel 35% - 50% of time
Ability to treat all information as confidential and demonstrate a high level of ethics, trust and professionalism
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; capable of relating to individuals at all levels of the organization
Valid driver's license with a "clean" driving record EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Bachelor's Degree preferred