Territory Manager Jobs

Territory Manager – ($55k-$65k base pay + commission) + Benefits – PA, Upstate NY

Reside in Pittsburgh or Philadelphia

The Role

If you love pets, have a knack for sales, and have a strong attention to detail, we have the perfect job for you!

We are looking for a positive, motivated, and passionate Territory Manager who under the direction of Sr. Sales Manager, will be responsible for, but not limited to, affectively managing sales and achievement of area sales as well as promotional budget goals by implementing customer business plans.

Key Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

The key essential functions and responsibilities of a Territory Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing reports; making recommendations to management.
• Conduct regular and consistent sales/service/training calls on assigned retail accounts in support of organization or affiliate brands sales and distributor selling programs in assigned territory.
• Conduct Weekend/Evening work time requires for events, meetings, etc.
• Builds and maintains effective, positive relationships with the customers, clients, and staff.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Merchandise PGI products and place proper POS where availability allows in assigned territory.
• Placement of new and legacy brands at all identified retail accounts within assigned territory.
• Prospect for new accounts in which the Pets Global Family of Brands would be a good fit.
• Reporting in-depth sale and service activities to organization as required or assigned.
• Responsible for achieving sales goals and staying within assigned promotional spend budget.
• Manage retail sales and promotional programs with all customers based in assigned territory.
• Drive secondary displays and price at all assigned accounts in assigned territory.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to learn about Pets Global, Inc. ‘s products and philosophy.
• Increase distribution of PGI items and increase shelf space at pet retail accounts in assigned territory.

The Company

Pets Global, Inc is an independent holistic wellness company founded on a passion for animal welfare. Being independently owned, we have the freedom to create the best possible pet foods and products for our companions.

With our brands Zignature Dog Food, Fussie Cat, Essence, Inception Dog and Cat Food we strive to not only help pets to live longer, healthier lives, but also enrich the lives of their owners by caring for the nutrition their pets are offered.

The Benefits

• 401k Plan (no match from company).
• Basic Life Insurance policy and Long-Term Disability plan available at no cost to employee
• Employee discounts.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage through our company's employee benefit plan.
• Outstanding performance can lead to more opportunities within this independent, leading, pet manufacturing company.
• Vacation, Sick, and Paid Holidays.

The Qualification & Requirements

The key qualification and requirements of a Territory Manager include, but are not limited to:

• Strong verbal and written communications skills, analytical, organizational
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrate leadership aptitude.
• Expected to be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Expected to be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Work will be performed largely in the field (stores, conferences, expos, etc.) not at home base, with travel being at least 60%.
• Pet Food Industry experience preferred, not required.
• Overnight travel 30%-50% of the time.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• This is not a work from home position.
• Vehicle in good operating, valid driver’s license and current insurance coverage with a minimum liability limit of 100,000/300,000 is required.
• 2-3 years sales experience.
• Some college or expanded leadership training (desired).
• Demonstrate mastery and be able to provide sales business plan.
• Responsible for covering cost of travel and entertainment for job responsibility expenses. Minimum 5,000 credit line availability is required to meet potential work- related expenses and will reimburse twice monthly.
• Excellent customer service skills.

The Physical Demands

• The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and mobility to perform essential functions of the position.

If you are passionate about improving pets lives as we are through proper nutrition, keen on joining this exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more!