The British American Tobacco Group
Territory Manager - Chicago IL
The British American Tobacco Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!WE ARE LOOKING FOR A TERRITORY MANAGER:
SENIORITY LEVEL:
Entry LevelFUNCTION:
MarketingLOCATION:
Chicago, ILWHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
Achieves commercial sales and growth objectives within territory assignment in support of Division, Region, and Company goals.Develops a local strategy and business plan for meeting individualized territory objectives, including identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and targeting existing and potential retail outlets within geographic territory for product sales opportunities.Develops strategy for product and POS material placements to optimize sales and market visibility.Achieve customer/consumer engagement skills certification and consistently demonstrate mastery within Territory.Builds client willingness and capability to collaborate with the Company on key business fundamentals and drivers to accelerate the transformation of the tobacco industry, and to increase market share.Develops and maintains business relationships with local chains and distributors to increase sales and promote Reynolds brands through personal correspondence and influence, retail visits and presentations.Sell/execute the 5Ps of presence, pricing, promotion, product, and personal selling to customers and adult nicotine consumers.Analyses territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.Collaborates with Division Manager on territory-specific customer and sales planning, company product initiatives, and improving market share within the territory.CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?
Do you consider yourself a self-starter who gets things done and enjoys growing brands through building relationships?Are you hungry for responsibility, accountability, and a chance to make an impact?ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Experience RequiredDemonstrated ability to work independently and with a teamDemonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholdersHas committed to personal and professional developmentProficient with MS Office applicationsGeographically mobile/ Ability to travel frequentlyTechnical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required include, but are not limited to:
Ability to communicate with and engage retail customers and adult nicotine consumers in personEffective influencing, sales, negotiation, and marketing skillsHighly effective verbal and written communication skillsExcellent analytical skillsProject Management SkillsGood business judgmentLeadership, self-motivation, and initiativeHas a high level of persistence, resilience, and results orientationConflict management and problem-solving for mutually beneficial resultsStrategic and financial acumen to enable the identification, evaluation, and action against business growth opportunitiesPhysical Requirements include, but are not limited to:
Ability to lift to 30 lbs.Ability to climb and work from heights ranging from 9 to 12 feetAbility to access and work in limited and confined spacesAbility to visually inspect and manipulate merchandise and advertising displaysAbility to frequently stoop, kneel and crouchEducation / Qualifications / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience preferredBENEFICIAL
Previous experience in a marketing-focused role - preferably in sales, field market or business to businessDemonstrated ability to perform TM role successfullyWe are Reynolds American—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP. At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Wage InformationAnnual Salary: $67,600Bonus Target: 20%Benefit InformationThe following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:Company vehicle for eligible employeesMobile phone allowance for eligible employeesTuition reimbursement and student loan support401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)Extensive training opportunitiesEmployee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependentsReynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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SENIORITY LEVEL:
Entry LevelFUNCTION:
MarketingLOCATION:
Chicago, ILWHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
Achieves commercial sales and growth objectives within territory assignment in support of Division, Region, and Company goals.Develops a local strategy and business plan for meeting individualized territory objectives, including identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and targeting existing and potential retail outlets within geographic territory for product sales opportunities.Develops strategy for product and POS material placements to optimize sales and market visibility.Achieve customer/consumer engagement skills certification and consistently demonstrate mastery within Territory.Builds client willingness and capability to collaborate with the Company on key business fundamentals and drivers to accelerate the transformation of the tobacco industry, and to increase market share.Develops and maintains business relationships with local chains and distributors to increase sales and promote Reynolds brands through personal correspondence and influence, retail visits and presentations.Sell/execute the 5Ps of presence, pricing, promotion, product, and personal selling to customers and adult nicotine consumers.Analyses territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.Collaborates with Division Manager on territory-specific customer and sales planning, company product initiatives, and improving market share within the territory.CAN THIS BE YOUR FUTURE ROLE?
Do you consider yourself a self-starter who gets things done and enjoys growing brands through building relationships?Are you hungry for responsibility, accountability, and a chance to make an impact?ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Experience RequiredDemonstrated ability to work independently and with a teamDemonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholdersHas committed to personal and professional developmentProficient with MS Office applicationsGeographically mobile/ Ability to travel frequentlyTechnical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required include, but are not limited to:
Ability to communicate with and engage retail customers and adult nicotine consumers in personEffective influencing, sales, negotiation, and marketing skillsHighly effective verbal and written communication skillsExcellent analytical skillsProject Management SkillsGood business judgmentLeadership, self-motivation, and initiativeHas a high level of persistence, resilience, and results orientationConflict management and problem-solving for mutually beneficial resultsStrategic and financial acumen to enable the identification, evaluation, and action against business growth opportunitiesPhysical Requirements include, but are not limited to:
Ability to lift to 30 lbs.Ability to climb and work from heights ranging from 9 to 12 feetAbility to access and work in limited and confined spacesAbility to visually inspect and manipulate merchandise and advertising displaysAbility to frequently stoop, kneel and crouchEducation / Qualifications / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience preferredBENEFICIAL
Previous experience in a marketing-focused role - preferably in sales, field market or business to businessDemonstrated ability to perform TM role successfullyWe are Reynolds American—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP. At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Wage InformationAnnual Salary: $67,600Bonus Target: 20%Benefit InformationThe following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:Company vehicle for eligible employeesMobile phone allowance for eligible employeesTuition reimbursement and student loan support401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)Extensive training opportunitiesEmployee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependentsReynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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