Territory Manager

EVERGREEN ENTERPRISES OF VIRGINIA LLC • New Orleans, LA

26d • $80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Evergreen is hiring a Territory Manager for the Louisiana territory, covering Alexandria and areas south, including Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The role partners with independent retailers across channels such as hardware stores, garden centers, drug and pharmacy retailers, specialty gift shops, and hospital gift stores. Territory Managers manage and grow a portfolio of 100+ accounts, introduce new and seasonal product lines, and help retailers with assortments, merchandising, and in-store strategy. The position offers base salary plus commission and annual bonus opportunities, with potential first-year earnings of $80K–$90K or more. It includes onboarding, ongoing training, management coaching, and a process-driven sales playbook. The role uses digital tools, CRM, reporting, and Evergreen’s ordering and resource platforms to manage the territory and support retailers.

Requirements

• Experienced sales professional.
• Ability to adapt quickly and embrace change, including introducing new product lines up to five times per year.
• Ability to independently manage and grow a portfolio of 100+ accounts.
• Entrepreneurial mindset focused on territory growth.
• Ability to build and maintain strong, long-term retail partnerships.
• Comfort using social media and proficiency in basic Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, and OneDrive.
• Self-reliant, even-keeled, intellectually curious, and growth-minded.
• Comfort using technology and data to manage business, stay organized, and support retailers.

Responsibilities

• Plan the workweek using Evergreen’s process-driven playbook to maximize time in market.
• Visit independent retailers to present new collections, review assortments, and identify growth opportunities.
• Introduce trend-forward product lines and seasonal programs throughout the year.
• Partner with retailers on merchandising, product storytelling, and in-store strategy.
• Build and maintain strong retail relationships while growing the active account base.
• Manage a portfolio of 100+ accounts and prospect for new opportunities within the territory.
• Use digital tools, CRM, and reporting to track progress, plan future visits, and stay connected with retailers.
• Attend Evergreen market events, showroom visits, and seasonal summits to stay informed about trends.
• Follow Evergreen’s Territory Manager playbook, including its practices and daily habits for success.

Benefits

• Base salary plus commission and annual bonus opportunities.
• Potential first-year earnings of $80K–$90K+.
• Monthly expense allowance and hotel per diem.
• Comprehensive medical benefits, including company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee discounts across Evergreen’s family of brands.
• Comprehensive onboarding and ongoing training.
• In-field training, coaching, and collaboration by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed