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Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Onsite
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Job Description:
The Job
Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in Wisconsin! We are setting the bar and taking market share in the hardlines and pro lumber industry. We are looking for a top performer to join our team. Do you have a proven track record of performance? Are you driven to succeed and ready to join a growing division of the largest hardlines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team!
Emery Jensen is a subsidiary of Ace Hardware Corporation that sells and distributes hardline products to independent Pro Lumber, Paint, Hardware, and E-retailer customer segments.
Our team is currently looking for a Territory Manager who will be responsible for growing profitable sales with current and new Emery Jensen customers in the Midwest Region.
The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, conventional sales opportunities, drop-ship programs, and other promotional programs. They will analyze each retailer/pro and develop specific sales strategies and solutions based on customer needs, while meeting Emery Jensen objectives. The Territory Manager manages the customer relationships and will be the liaison between the customer and Emery Jensen. As necessary, the Territory Manager may be required to attend industry related trade shows, such as, but not limited to, The National Hardware Show, The IGC Show and other industry related events.
What you’ll do…
Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers/pros and will increase the Emery Jensen customer base within a defined geographic territory
Develop and foster strong business relationships with owners and key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen business. With that being said, it is of the expectation of all TM’s to visit core customers at a minimum every 30 days.
Organize and prioritize weekly customer sales routes and calls to meet Emery Jensen goals and objectives
Salesforce – it is of the expectation to input leads, new business opportunities, prospect and core store visits every Friday at noon.
Prospect Visits – it is of the expectation to obtain a minimum of 1-2 prospect visits per week per the 2023 WIG document.
Store Visits – it is of the expectation to complete an average of 8-10 store visits weekly.
Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day-to-day activities
Effectively communicate with the Emery Jensen Leadership Team with both successes as well as challenges to gain insight and support in achieving Emery Jensen goals and objectives
Effectively communicate with the internal Sales Support Team, the Care Center and other internal business partners to resolve customer issues and questions in a timely manner
Collaborate and communicate with Emery Jensen team members to share ideas and sales successes to help in achieving goals and objectives
Displays sound judgement in relation to expenses (travel and entertainment, car, etc.)
What you need to succeed
Motivated self‐starter and results-oriented individual focused on solutions based on customers' needs.
5‐ years of B2B sales experience preferred
Hardware sales and pro lumber experience a plus
Excellent listening and negotiating skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong strategic thinking abilities with an emphasis on developing a sales growth plan and the ability to ensure implementation
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and opportunities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, specifically Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Extensive travel required including overnight travel
Valid driver’s license required
BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred
Essential Functions of the Territory Manager role:
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Certificates, licenses, registrations: Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Travel: Road warrior (at minimum 3 days per week by plane or car).
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Required to stand, walk, sit, climb a ladder, and talk or hear. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Compensation Details:
$80000-$85000
Why should you join our team?
We live our values - W.E.L.I.G.H.T (Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, and Teamwork). Gratitude. Humility. Love. You don’t often see values like these in most corporate statements, but Emery Jensen is different. These things are important to us. They represent our commitment to the company, our employees, our retailers and our brand.
In addition to providing our employees a great culture, Emery Jensen also offers competitive benefits* that address life’s necessities and perks, many of which expand and improve year after year, including:
* Benefits are provided in compliance with applicable policies.
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We want to hear from you!
Emery Jensen delivers wholesale products and best-in-class service to independent retailers in the Pro Lumber Yards, Home Centers, Paint, Hardware Stores, Decorating Stores, and E-retailer space. Our goal is to support sustainable and profitable growth for our customers by offering the broadest assortments, best pricing, and most knowledgeable team. We have national scale, a regional focus and the commitment to serve our customers and support each other. Come find out why a career with Emery Jensen is right for you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emery Jensen is committed to a policy of promoting equal employment opportunities. The company recognizes the importance of diversity and leveraging the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. The company is committed to the prevention of employment discrimination related to race, religion, color, sex (including sexual harassment), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.
Disclaimer
The pay range for this position starts as listed in the job posting, but could be higher based on education and experience. Please note, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each opening. We take into consideration the minimum requirements outlined in the job description, such as an individual’s education, training and experience, the position’s work location, required travel (if any), and external market conditions when determining the final salary for potential new hires.
Be aware that salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Emery Jensen Distribution position description for the accurate starting pay range information and feel free to discuss this with a Talent Acquisition professional if you are chosen to move forward with an interview.
This written “Position Description” is not intended to cover all aspects of the position listed. It is meant to cover the basic/general essential job functions of a particular position. Emery Jensen Distribution reserves the right to change job duties, including essential job functions, according to business necessity.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
