Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers. The Industrial Products Territory Sales Manager role is responsible for developing new business and increasing market share in Alabama and Tennessee, while training local distributors and end-users on Continental’s products.
Responsibilities
- Identify and cultivate new business partnerships with existing and new customers (distributors and end-users) that sell into the industrial sector to achieve Annual Operating Plan (annual growth objectives on both revenue and profitability)
- Promote and sell engineered products, programs & services to end users through Continental’s Authorized Distributor Network
- Train distributors and end-users on new products and product applications
- Develop and implement a plan to regularly meet with customers to service existing accounts, as well as canvassing and securing new Distributor and end user business
- Participate in industry trade shows to promote products and services
- Regular use of business and information technology tools are required to manage territory activities
- Maintain a working knowledge of current industry standards
- Requirements include inspecting conveyor systems, inspecting plant equipment and working in a manufacturing environment in order to survey equipment and offer value added solutions, so working in close quarters and heights is required
- Utilize the use of Salesforce.com, Business Funnel, Territory Share Management and any other data tools shared and developed to help drive financial performance/achieve Annual Operating Plan
- 50% travel with overnight stays
- The territory responsibility of AL/TN
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field
- Minimum of 2 years or relevant Sales experience or 4 years of sales experience in lieu bachelor's degree
- Competent in computer programs, including Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Experience working in an industrial setting
- Experience with conducting presentations and customer meetings
- Experience in training customers and end users
- Ability to use/learn CRM systems
- Must have a valid driver's license
- The desired candidate is required to reside within the Territory, preferably Huntsville, Birmingham, or Nashville
- Must be able to travel, with overnight stays, at least 50% of the time
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Benefits
- Immediate Benefits
- Robust Total Rewards Package
- Paid Time Off
- Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discounts, including tire discounts.
- Competitive Bonus Programs
- Employee 401k Match
- Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional.
- And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!
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