Territory Manager

If you are a Territory Sales Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by driving growth across the RIDGID and Greenlee professional tools portfolio. As part of Emerson’s North America sales team, you will partner closely with customers and distributors in the utility market, providing insights that help them advance their business while showcasing Emerson Professional Tools’ differentiated solutions. This role is based in or near Houston, TX and reports to the Regional Sales Manager, Southwest Region.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:Drive the direction, coordination, and growth of utility market sales through direct customer engagement and close collaboration with local ProTools Territory Managers.Operate effectively in a matrix environment, providing guidance, coaching, and influence across regional sales partners.Conduct field product demonstrations, training, and technical support with end users and distribution partners.Lead the introduction and adoption of strategic new products and solutions to expand market presence and shareDevelop, present, and execute annual territory business plans to deliver sustainable sales growth.Build, manage, and maintain accurate monthly and annual sales forecasts.Establish and grow trusted relationships with key distributor partners and end users.Serve as a subject matter resource for products, applications, and pricing programs within the assigned territory.Support regional and national initiatives through training and special project execution.Build and maintain effective merchandising displays at key distributor locations.Who You Are:You build strong relationships by gaining trust and understanding customer needs, translate insights into practical solutions, and influence outcomes through clear, two-way communication. You plan and prioritize effectively, adapting quickly to changing market conditions while staying focused on results. You collaborate across teams, bring a hands-on approach to your work, and take initiative to identify opportunities that create value for customers and Emerson.For This Role, You Will Need:Experience working with distribution channels, ideally within electrical, industrial, or plumbing markets.A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, industrial distribution, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.Demonstrated success developing and executing territory business plans that drive incremental growth.Experience conducting field product demonstrations, training, and technical problem solving with end users and distributors.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to introduce new products and solutions to expand market share.Experience developing and managing monthly and annual sales forecasts.A consistent record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:Experience in B2B sales, marketing, or technical support within a professional tools or industrial environment.Working knowledge of CRM tools and proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.Our Culture and Commitment To You:At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.#LI-BC3WHY EMERSONOur Commitment to Our PeopleAt Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.Work AuthorizationEmerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.Equal Opportunity EmployerEmerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io. ABOUT EMERSONEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!No calls or agencies please. Full timePosting Date: 2026-06-03