Territory Manager - Hillcrest Heights, MD

Territory Manager - Hillcrest Heights, MDReynolds American has an exciting opportunity for a Territory Manager within our Marketing Function in Hillcrest Heights, MD. As a Territory Manager, you will be a self-starter who thrives on taking initiative and driving results. You will be responsible for growing brands by building strong, lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders. If you are passionate about taking on responsibility, holding yourself accountable, and making a significant impact, this is the role for you.Your key responsibilities will include:Achieves commercial sales and growth objectives within territory assignment in support of Division, Region, and Company goals.Develops a local strategy and business plan for meeting individualized territory objectives, including identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and targeting existing and potential retail outlets within geographic territory for product sales opportunities.Develops strategy for product and Point of Sale (POS) material placements to optimize sales and market visibility.Achieve customer/consumer engagement skills certification and consistently demonstrate mastery within Territory.Builds client willingness and capability to collaborate with the Company on key business fundamentals and drivers to accelerate the transformation of the tobacco industry, and to increase market share.Develops and maintains business relationships with local chains and distributors to increase sales and promote Reynolds brands through personal correspondence and influence, retail visits and presentations.Sell/execute the 5Ps of presence, pricing, promotion, product, and personal selling to customers and adult nicotine consumers.Analyses territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.Collaborates with Division Manager on territory-specific customer and sales planning, company product initiatives, and improving market share within the territory.Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required include, but are not limited to:Ability to communicate with and engage retail customers and adult nicotine consumers in person.Effective influencing, sales, negotiation, and marketing skillsHighly effective verbal and written communication skillsExcellent analytical skillsProject Management SkillsGood business judgmentLeadership, self-motivation, and initiativeHas a high level of persistence, resilience, and results orientation.Conflict management and problem-solving for mutually beneficial resultsStrategic and financial acumen to enable the identification, evaluation, and action against business growth.OpportunitiesAbility to travel frequently.Ability to drive up to 200 miles per day.Valid U.S. driver's license and safe driving recordsPhysical Requirements include, but are not limited to:Ability to lift to 30 lbs.Ability to climb and work from heights ranging from 9 to 12 feet.Ability to access and work in limited and confined spaces.Ability to visually inspect and manipulate merchandise and advertising displays.Ability to frequently stoop, kneel and crouch.Education / Qualifications / CertificationsBachelor's degree or comparable work experience preferred.What are we looking for?Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.Committed to continuous personal and professional growth.Proficient in MS Office applicationsBeneficialPrevious experience in a marketing-focused role – preferably in sales, field market or business to businessDemonstrated ability to perform a sales representative/territory manager role successfully.Geographically mobile – To enable obtaining critical experiences to further career growth, being mobile to different geographic locations across the United States will be imperative for future advancement opportunities.Salary and Benefits OverviewWage InformationAnnual Salary: $68,700Bonus Target: 20%Benefit InformationThe following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation. Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent. Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan.Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year.Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents.Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance.Tuition reimbursement and student loan supportDependent Scholarship ProgramsFree confidential personal financial counselling serviceOn-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locationsA charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice.Health-care concierge serviceVolunteer service opportunities.Extensive training opportunitiesCompany vehicle for eligible employeesMobile phone allowance for eligible employeesPaid Leave: Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days); Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)); Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee's discretion); Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity; Funeral Leave; Short-Term Disability Leave; Long-Term Disability Leave; Jury Duty Leave; Military Leave; Released Time for Children's Education; Community Outreach Leave; Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law.Take Control of Your Future with ReynoldsAt Reynolds, we're committed to more than just jobs, we're dedicated to purposeful careers. We believe that everyone has a place in our organization. Whether you are seeking mentorship, diversifying your experience through international assignments or embracing innovative work methods, we're here to propel your career aspirations and unleash your full potential. We believe in you. Join us at Reynolds, where purpose meets possibility, and your career story unfolds."The organization's culture prioritizes its people, with significant investment in our workforce that motivates employees to go above and beyond." Devin Garrett, Senior Territory Manager, Trade MarketingOur ValuesAt Reynolds, our values show us the way to bring our purpose to life. Serving as our compass, they navigate every aspect of our path towards A Better Tomorrow™ defining how we innovate, grow, and achieve success while setting high standards for individual achievement and collective progress. Rooted in integrity and collaboration, they empower us as pioneers of change in a world that never stands still ensuring we shape Reynolds' legacy with confidence and purpose.Truly inclusiveDo the right thingLove for our consumerPassion to winEmpowered through trustStronger togetherWhy Reynolds?In the U.S., where innovation and resilience drive our workforce, Tomorrow Can't Wait at Reynolds reinforces our commitment to empowering employees to grow, thrive, and make an impact. It's one of the many reasons we have been named as a Global Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year.Care