Territory Sales Manager - Arkansas - Truck Tire

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023 , Continental generated preliminary sales of 41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. Applicant must be located near a major airport in Arkansas Retain and grow existing accounts and solicit new business by executing our sales strategy Build a strong and trusting relationship with our customers in territory during regular site visits and sales calls Develop and maintain sales activity at key regional fleets and dealers Motivate our customers by offering high performance products, technology solutions as well as your product expertise Own the launch process of our new products and services for successful integration into our product line Monitor progress and adjust strategy by conducting market analysis and article forecasting Resolve operational and administrative issues, respond internal and external inquiries, and prepare routine and special reports as required by management BASIC Bachelors degree and 1-3 years of sales experience OR if no degree 3-6 years related sales experience 1 years of consultative sales/business operations experience, which may be in the tire, automotive, technology business, or another industry OR 1 years of Military employment Valid driver's license with responsible driving record Ability to travel up to 50% Ability to comply physical demands, such as lifting, walking, sitting, squatting, and climbing around commercial vehicles. Handling up to 75-120 pounds occasionally, including rolling, moving, or stacking High School diploma or equivalent Continental is able to provide relocation assistance for internal candidates only Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening. PREFERRED Bachelors degree and 2-5 years of outside sales experience Tire industry experience Strong Microsoft Office skills, such as Excel and PowerPoint Must have a high degree of comfort with digital technology, including software devices and programs WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY Immediate Benefits Paid Time Off Tuition & Employee Discounts Sales Bonus Company Vehicle and Cell Phone Employer 401(k) Match And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines EEO-Statement: EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careersconti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back. Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.