Verizon Value Territory Manager

Acosta•Albany, NY

About The Position

The Territory Manager oversees a designated territory of retail locations and serves as a liaison between company headquarters and the company’s regional presence. The role focuses on increasing sales volume and market share by creating advocates for Verizon Value products and services within key retailers. This is accomplished through sales training, merchandising, assisted selling, hosting in-store events, and building relationships with retail partners. The position covers a territory of retail locations within a 60–120-mile radius and requires store visits at least once every six weeks. Salary is $57,000, with bonus potential of up to $1,250 per quarter. The position involves in-store and virtual training, reporting on activities and market insights, identifying additional merchandising opportunities, and adapting to changing client requests and priorities. The work may involve moderate physical effort, including lifting materials and equipment weighing less than 25 pounds, and viewing a computer monitor for more than 30% of the time. Personal protective equipment may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.
Sales experience, preferably in retail.
Reliable transportation and ability to visit all stores in the territory at least once every six weeks.
Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced sales environment.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to conduct online research, troubleshoot, and navigate cloud-based systems.
Proficiency with email platforms and digital communication tools.
Strong understanding of current consumer technology trends and products, including mobile and connected devices, and ability to discuss their features, functionality, and value.
Strong organization and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
Strong relationship-building skills and a positive, outgoing personality.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Self-starter with a motivated, results-oriented mindset.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to lift materials and equipment weighing less than 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Wireless industry experience.
At least one year of in-store retail and merchandising experience with consumer technology.

Responsibilities

Oversee a designated territory of retail locations within a 60–120-mile radius, conducting consistent store visits and driving sales performance.
Develop relationships with store and regional leaders to maximize impact in the territory.
Conduct in-store and virtual brand training for store associates and act as a subject matter expert.
Host in-store events focused on selling Verizon Value brand devices and driving incremental sales.
Identify and secure additional merchandising space for Verizon Value displays.
Gather and report retailer and competitive insights.
Submit accurate and timely activity reports through the online reporting system.
Adapt to last-minute client requests and program changes that may affect schedules, store visits, or priorities.
Meet the physical requirements of the position.
Perform other duties as assigned.