Territory Sales Manager - Automotive Refinish, Indianapolis

Territory ManagerAs a Territory Manager, you will deliver specific sales and service provision targets following Regional, Zone, and National targets. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Leader, you will develop the territory and provide information and market data to ensure delivery of the business targets.**Can you support customers at the end-user and higher levels to support achievement of strategic goals? If so, this may be the opportunity for you!Key ResponsibilitiesAchieve annual sales plans for sales growth and main sales goals while leading costs, receivables, and expenses within required targets.Develop a detailed understanding of end customer requirements and the PPG business strategy and challenges associated with the region.Responsible for the sales of paint systems and sundry items of PPG Refinish brands including commercial and light industrial (CPC) finishes in your geographic responsibilities through distribution.Manage distributor relationships including sales, people development, training, receivables.In-depth knowledge of body shop/fleet operations with the ability to help in areas of profitability, cycle time, product training, and the use of analytics.Target and develop relationships with main dealer, Regional MSO, and independent collision center operations.Work within a team atmosphere to develop the market as a whole and maximize potential.Expected overnight travel of 25%QualificationsBachelor's degree in business management or equivalent work experience5+ years track record in growing sales with validated skills at consultative selling.Prior Automotive Refinish or equivalent experience.PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.The PPG Way 2030We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don't stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.We are excellent operatorsProductive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.We compete to winFuture-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.We are PPG proudStrong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.