Territory Manager

Job Summary If you are a strong salesperson with drive and desire to build a long‑term career, this opportunity may be for you. By promoting well‑known brands with a reputation for excellence, this opportunity offers ownership of an extended, prime territory that can meet all your goals. As a Territory Manager, you will cover a large geography across Central Texas (Austin, San Antonio and surrounding area), calling on builders, developers, independent and wholesale distributors in the construction industry. If you are ready to make an impact by meeting the needs of your clients and increasing our market share while building a strong career, this opportunity could be your perfect fit. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, you will drive the sales of our premier brands, focusing on the wholesale channel including distributors, builders, developers, and showrooms throughout this territory. Your mission will be to retain and grow your established accounts as well as develop and close new businesses. Initially, you will focus much of your time on existing customers, building credibility, trust, and strong relationships. As those relationships develop and stabilize, you’ll have more time to pursue new business in both the single family and multifamily space. By year two the paradigm will shift, and the majority of your time will be spent generating new accounts and strengthening our market share. Assume management of established direct customer accounts. Grow market share through wholesalers who already use our products by utilizing an upgrade strategy and converting customers who use competitors’ products. Develop a territory strategy focused on the largest opportunities to gain share while keeping a keen focus on existing business. Develop and execute market specific strategies to expand the depth and breadth of offerings within key accounts. Take a consultative approach, listen and understand the needs of clients and prospects, and deliver well‑formulated proposals that align our product features and benefits with their requirements. Give strong and stimulating presentations with a customer‑specific focus that inspires action and commitment. Education and Experience Profile A positive, energetic attitude. A desire to grow yourself personally and professionally. 3+ years of successful sales experience, ideally in the construction industry. A bachelor’s degree, preferably in business. Proven experience calling on wholesale distributors, builders, showrooms, and architects. A strong work ethic, hunter mentality, love of sales, and the drive to get out in the field and support existing business and/or pursue new business daily. Strong business acumen and the ability to use a consultative sales approach. A customer‑centric orientation and excellent relationship‑building skills. Superb interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Initiative, drive, and out‑of‑the‑box thinking. P&L management experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office as well as Salesforce.com. Work Environment 25-35% Travel Required. You will operate out of your home office and spend the majority of your time out in the field (i.e., at least 4 days a week). ASSA ABLOY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr ASSA ABLOY Group