Territory Manager

At Vestis®, we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams safe, confident, and focused on what matters most. Overview The Territory Manager has responsibility of an assigned service territory with direct supervision of route representatives. Responsible for territory service safety and results, including customer retention, growth of the business, loss and ruin, piece budget, employee retention, accounts receivable collection, customer renewals, Vestis direct sales, customer satisfaction, route sales, and credits. Responsibilities Promote and sustain a safety culture Effectively evaluate, coach, and develop Route Sales Representatives (RSRs) in your territory Report directly to a Service Manager or, where a Sr. Territory Manager is present, report to the Sr. Territory Manager; if neither is present, report to the General Manager Create a pervasive sales culture that fosters team selling via Together‑In‑Growth (TIG) and Shared Lead programs Assist in the new account installations as directed by Service Manager and/or General Manager Manage day‑to‑day activities of customer service program(s) for the territory Visit all required customers each quarter to review growth and service opportunities Ensure RSRs respond to and resolve all service requests timely Set clear expectations for customer service and lead by example Spend 60% of time traveling with service professionals, on route conducting observations and visiting customer locations (required visits, TIG days and/or day‑to‑day situation follow up) Proactively follow up on accounts in jeopardy and resolve service concerns expeditiously Negotiate and secure renewal agreements with existing customers that protect pricing and profitability Recruit, select and hire Route Sales employees Complete in‑person meetings with each RSR once per week to review trends, performance, coach and identify improvement opportunities Deliver and participate in training to ensure customer retention and service goals are met Maintain daily remote contact with RSRs to address pending items/situations and ensure timely resolution Attend meetings and complete necessary administrative work to improve customer satisfaction Coordinate collections for accounts receivable Protect and manage merchandise control processes Investigate and report on all accidents or incidents within 24 hours of notification Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated ability to interface with a variety of organizational functions to get the job done Strong interpersonal, analytical, communication, and customer service skills Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of MS Office software Exposure to sales function preferred Considerable skills in management, human relations, and communication Working Environment and Safety Requirements Majority of time will be driving your own vehicle or company step‑van to call on customers and supervise employees in the assigned service territory, with exposure to weather conditions (heat, wind, cold, rain, snow, etc.) Customer visitations may require walking, climbing stairs, pushing/pulling carts, and exposure to weather conditions Must be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, and load/unload product from a truck without assistance Time will also be spent in a company office environment, with exposure at the loading dock, production and warehouse areas, and to vehicles for loading/unloading and maintenance Experience and Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or equivalent experience Two years of service and route‑based industry experience, with proven track record for growing customer accounts Previous profit and loss accountability and/or contract‑managed service experience preferred Significant customer interface and service experience Production planning, maintenance, or warehouse operations experience preferred License Requirements and Certifications Must be DOT‑certified Driver’s license Auto insurance on personal vehicle Successful completion of criminal background, motor vehicle record, and drug screen checks is required. Open to relocation for advancement opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employer Vestis® is an equal‑opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer, committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the “Know Your Rights” notice from the Department of Labor. Vestis is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position, unless imposing undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Location: Vestis N Cliff Ave Sioux Falls SD (638B), 3204 N Cliff Ave, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States of America #J-18808-Ljbffr