PetroChoice
Territory Sales Manager
PetroChoice, Negaunee, Michigan, United States, 49866
Overview:
PetroChoice, a leading distributor of lubricants, oils, fluids, and greases is currently recruiting for Territory Sales Managers in Negaunee, MI due to growth. Our history is marked by consistent growth and expansion, which has significantly widened our scope of experience and capabilities as a lubricant distributor. Our mission is to provide lubrication solutions that create value for our customers. We will realize this mission through our commitment to our employees as well as to the highest standards of service, quality, integrity, and safety.We are a premier distributor of lubricants and services to thousands of companies in many states including Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, New Jersey, North Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Kansas, Colorado, and Nebraska among others. In fact, we distribute and offer our services from more than 50 locations in 32 states every day and include top brands of oils, greases, and other lubricants.We offer a competitive starting salary, comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, company paid life insurance, company paid long term disability and 401K.The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for the acquisition of new accounts and the maintaining of relationships with existing customers. This individual is expected to manage the territory by providing services and solutions to customers, achieving sales volumes and profitability goals, and implementing corporate strategic objectives.Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include but are not limited to the following. The Company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time. All work is to be completed with minimum supervision and in accordance with Company standards. Other duties may be assigned.Primary responsibility will the acquisition of new accounts.Identify leads through personal territory knowledge. All leads will be expected to be maintained within the Salesforce CRM tool and converted to a pipeline opportunity as warranted. Leads passed to TSM from the BDG group are expected to be followed up within a week.Generate and maintain a list of contacts that can be leveraged into effective referrals/introductions at new customersMaintain an accurate pipeline within Salesforce.com and properly execute credit applications, account setup, quotes, and pertinent customer files (e.g. T&C document).Introduce new FSS to customer contacts and coordinating a proper handoff of account maintenance over period of time not to exceed three months.Actively engage/participate in all Company marketing/sales campaign efforts.Understands company profitability and manages territory toward maximizing returns.Implements sales processes adopted by company.Generates lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads (or receives lists based on information from PetroChoice or suppliers marketing groups) and maximizes sales to those targets.Implements marketing strategies developed by company. Provides feedback on market trends and industry conditions.Manages customer relations. Gains comprehensive understanding of customers business. Becomes and advocate for the customer while balancing needs of the company.Provides solutions to customer. Recognized by customer as a valuable resource.Investigates and resolves customer problems with deliveries, billing, and collectionsPerforms necessary administrative work, including documenting & sharing of critical customer information thru our CRM program and other acceptable means. Responds to internal requests for information.Manages budget and expense account within company guidelines.
Qualifications:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions.Customer Service - manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; meets commitments.Interpersonal - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills;Written Communication demonstrates proficiency in writing clear and concise proposals and technical documents.Business Acumen - understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.Technical knowledge demonstrates technical proficiency within industry segment; continually develops skills and competencies necessary to fulfill job requirements.Diversity - shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.Ethics - treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.Dependability - takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.Initiative - takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.Judgment - displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.Motivation - demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals; demonstrates a passion for the business.Professionalism - approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Engineering and 2 years of experience in an outside sales position, or equivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write proposals and technical documents that conform to prescribed style and format.MATH ABILITY:Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference; to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to read and understand journal entries and the flow of information through a general ledger. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.COMPUTER SKILLS:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Salesforce is preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.EOE.
PetroChoice, a leading distributor of lubricants, oils, fluids, and greases is currently recruiting for Territory Sales Managers in Negaunee, MI due to growth. Our history is marked by consistent growth and expansion, which has significantly widened our scope of experience and capabilities as a lubricant distributor. Our mission is to provide lubrication solutions that create value for our customers. We will realize this mission through our commitment to our employees as well as to the highest standards of service, quality, integrity, and safety.We are a premier distributor of lubricants and services to thousands of companies in many states including Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Minnesota, Wisconsin, New Jersey, North Carolina, Florida, Tennessee, Kansas, Colorado, and Nebraska among others. In fact, we distribute and offer our services from more than 50 locations in 32 states every day and include top brands of oils, greases, and other lubricants.We offer a competitive starting salary, comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental/vision, paid time off, company paid life insurance, company paid long term disability and 401K.The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for the acquisition of new accounts and the maintaining of relationships with existing customers. This individual is expected to manage the territory by providing services and solutions to customers, achieving sales volumes and profitability goals, and implementing corporate strategic objectives.Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include but are not limited to the following. The Company reserves the right to add to, delete, change or modify the essential duties and responsibilities at any time. All work is to be completed with minimum supervision and in accordance with Company standards. Other duties may be assigned.Primary responsibility will the acquisition of new accounts.Identify leads through personal territory knowledge. All leads will be expected to be maintained within the Salesforce CRM tool and converted to a pipeline opportunity as warranted. Leads passed to TSM from the BDG group are expected to be followed up within a week.Generate and maintain a list of contacts that can be leveraged into effective referrals/introductions at new customersMaintain an accurate pipeline within Salesforce.com and properly execute credit applications, account setup, quotes, and pertinent customer files (e.g. T&C document).Introduce new FSS to customer contacts and coordinating a proper handoff of account maintenance over period of time not to exceed three months.Actively engage/participate in all Company marketing/sales campaign efforts.Understands company profitability and manages territory toward maximizing returns.Implements sales processes adopted by company.Generates lists of prospective customers for use as sales leads (or receives lists based on information from PetroChoice or suppliers marketing groups) and maximizes sales to those targets.Implements marketing strategies developed by company. Provides feedback on market trends and industry conditions.Manages customer relations. Gains comprehensive understanding of customers business. Becomes and advocate for the customer while balancing needs of the company.Provides solutions to customer. Recognized by customer as a valuable resource.Investigates and resolves customer problems with deliveries, billing, and collectionsPerforms necessary administrative work, including documenting & sharing of critical customer information thru our CRM program and other acceptable means. Responds to internal requests for information.Manages budget and expense account within company guidelines.
Qualifications:To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions.Customer Service - manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; meets commitments.Interpersonal - focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills;Written Communication demonstrates proficiency in writing clear and concise proposals and technical documents.Business Acumen - understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition.Technical knowledge demonstrates technical proficiency within industry segment; continually develops skills and competencies necessary to fulfill job requirements.Diversity - shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.Ethics - treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.Dependability - takes responsibility for own actions; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.Initiative - takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.Judgment - displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.Motivation - demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals; demonstrates a passion for the business.Professionalism - approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or Engineering and 2 years of experience in an outside sales position, or equivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write proposals and technical documents that conform to prescribed style and format.MATH ABILITY:Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference; to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to read and understand journal entries and the flow of information through a general ledger. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.COMPUTER SKILLS:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Salesforce is preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the office work environment is usually quiet.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; talk or hear and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.EOE.