Territory Sales Leader - Fort Worth, TX

PepsiCo•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Territory Sales Leader is responsible for leading a team of Territory Sales Representatives and Merchandising Team Leads to drive superior marketplace execution and customer service. The Territory Sales Leader will also have the opportunity to cultivate relationships and manage multiple priorities to make a positive business impact. PepsiCo Sales is a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. Pepsi Beverages United States (PBUS) is PepsiCo’s beverage manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit in the United States. This position will be part of the North America Beverage organization.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years managing frontline employees or demonstrated leadership capabilities
Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience
Team Spirit! We are looking for someone to inspire others
Consumer packaged goods experience in a direct store delivery environment
Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/ or weekends
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically
Must have a valid driver's license
This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States
At least 1 year of sales experience

Nice To Haves

Safe driving record strongly preferred
Consumer packaged goods in a direct store delivery environment: 2 years (Preferred)
Customer relationship management experience (preferred)
Previous people management experience or demonstrated leadership capabilities
Consumer packaged goods in a direct store delivery environment: 1 year (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Manage, motivate, and develop a team of employees in order to increase sales, daily productivity and improve business performance
Conduct ‘work-withs/route rides’ with employees to develop their selling and customer service skills
Work proactively with customers to understand business needs and develop strong relationships
Maintain process improvement to further enhance productivity of PepsiCo’s selling and delivery model
Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure orders are submitted, delivered, and merchandised according to plan
Activate local and national marketplace initiatives and promotions to build brand development and maximize brand performance
Hold regular weekly meetings with cross functional teams, including Territory Sales Representatives and Merchandising Team Leads to discuss sales and territory strategies
Set productivity and service targets and ensure proper resource allocation between accounts
Oversee the Merchandising Function, including ensuring proper coverage of full-time Merchandisers in their designated account territories
As needed, assist Territory Sales Representatives or Merchandising Team Leads with adhoc tasks, including but not limited to coaching, intermittent daily routing, and/or customer onboarding