Territory Manager- Maryland & Washington DC

Top Talent Wanted! Calling all top performers in Washington DC or Baltimore, MD metro areas. We are setting the bar high and taking market share in the hardlines 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 the largest hardlines distributor in the industry? Take the next step in your career and join our winning team!

Emery Jensen is a business unit of Ace Hardware Corporation that distributes hardware and building materials 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 Maryland & Delaware.

The Territory Manager is focused on growing sales through weekly warehouse orders, promotional sales, drop-ship programs, and other programs. They will partner with retailers to 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.

What you’ll do

• Deliver annual sales and profit objectives by developing a strategic sales plan that engages retailers and will increase the Emery Jensen customer base within a defined geographic territory
• Execute and implement new programs at the store level
• Represent Emery Jensen both professionally and ethically in all day-to-day activities
• Develop and foster strong business relationships with key decision makers to grow the overall Emery Jensen business
• Organize and prioritize weekly customer visits to meet Emery Jensen goals and objectives
• Command a working knowledge of the territory as related to both new and existing business.
• 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 Business to Business sales experience preferred
• Hardware sales 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
• This position requires driving a company vehicle and meeting company motor vehicle and insurance eligibility requirements. You must have a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least three (3) continuous years immediately preceding today’s date.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent preferred
• Preferred residence in Washington DC or Baltimore, MD metro areas.
  
  WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.