Territory Sales Manager

Alamo Group Inc.•Hillcrest, OH

7d•Remote

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Territory Sales Manager (“TSM”) manages, directs and coordinates efforts to maximize sales of the US Snow & Ice Team within the assigned geographical area for specified markets and product lines. The TSM is responsible for achieving measurable annual growth within the territory, conducting dealer education and training, and providing responsive customer service.

Requirements

Experience with customer relations, prospecting, needs assessment and proposal writing.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Superior presentation, strategic thinking and negotiation skills
Must have strong organizational skills
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, suppliers and employees.
Excellent problem-solving skills at both a strategic and functional level.
Must possess the ability to manage a challenging workload with multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.
Requires regular attendance and timeliness.
Proficient in use of personal computing devices including productivity software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Ability to read and interpret product specifications, bid solicitations and other technical documents
Must have the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the sales department.
Ability to persuade and influence others.
Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
Requires maintaining a professional appearance and positive image to the public.
Requires significant travel to current and potential customers. Must be and remain in compliance with the company’s Authorized Driver Policy.
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule and frequent overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree is preferred in Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in the field of industrial equipment or related products or services.
Minimum 5 years of progressive sales experience with related products or in similar field is preferred.
Prior experience with truck equipment and industrial machinery a plus.

Responsibilities

Service existing sales accounts and generating new business within assigned territory, market and product lines, meeting sales and profit goals while adhering to the sales and marketing plan and corporate policies.
Develop and nurture a network of dealers that consistently produces superior results. Qualify and develop new distributors and business partners in target markets. Evaluate dealer performance at least annually to determine course of action for increasing sales. Replace underperforming dealers as necessary. Complete dealer due diligence for prospective dealers.
Act as a liaison between the company and dealer organizations to ensure the proper exchange of relevant information regarding products, pricing, promotions, advertising campaigns, trade shows, sales literature, credit, warranty and other activities.
Consult dealers and end users to evaluate needs and recommend the best solution that generates the highest level of customer satisfaction and profit.
Meet with dealers to develop strong relationships, provide training, develop strategies, and negotiate and close deals.
Establish and maintain relationships with governmental agencies, industry influencers, and key strategic partners in the territory. Work with distributors to introduce agencies to the US Snow Group
Prepare sales forecasts as requested.
Maintain documentation of sales contracts, sales opportunities and proposals in accordance with records retention policy.
Conduct “voice of the customer” research to recommend new products and product enhancements. Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive products and technical developments that affect target markets.
Establish and maintain a consistent and professional corporate image throughout all communications, actions, activities, promotional materials and events.
Plan, organize and attend product demonstrations, trade shows and sales meetings.
Adheres to all company policies, procedures and code of business ethics.
Other duties as assigned.