Territory Sales Manager Thames Valley

PPG; Batley; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coatings company is seeking a Territory Manager for the Trade Direct sector. This field-based role focuses on increasing sales and market share within designated territories, collaborating with various teams for strategic growth. Candidates should have prior sales experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong commercial awareness. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, including a company car and bonus potential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car / fuel card

Up to 20% bonus

Access to sporting & networking events

Pension and private healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant sales experience.
• UK Full Driving License required.
• Proven track record in a professional selling environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a large cross functional team.

Responsibilities

• Increase PPG sales and margin within Trade Direct.
• Develop PPG’s presence within the territory.
• Drive understanding of market segment and demonstrate technical expertise.
• Work in collaboration with different teams for growth opportunities.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Commercial awareness

Team player

Education

A level education

Job description

Overview

Territory Manager – Trade Direct

REGION: UK - Thames Valley

LOCATION: Field Based

Full time | Permanent

Responsibilities

• Sales: Increase PPG sales and margin within Trade Direct to provide and maximise a total coating solution and grow market share.
• MARKET SEGMENT: To develop PPG’s presence within your territory and offer expertise in terms of market, opportunity and product.
• TECHNICAL: To drive a detailed understanding of market segment and demonstrate associated technical expertise.
• COLLABORATION: To work in collaboration with the Decorating Centre Network, Central Sales and Specification to leverage collaborative growth opportunities.
• DIMENSIONS: Responsibility for circa £6MM sales and associated product portfolio – via PPG Total Coating Solution offering. Reporting to Regional Sales Manager; this role operates within a wider sales team with accountability for Sales, Margin and annual budget delivery. Creation and implementation of territory strategy to deliver significant growth in Trade Direct Sales.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company car / fuel card
• Up to 20% bonus
• Access to sporting & networking events
• Company benefit including pension, private healthcare and staff discounts

Qualifications

• Educated to A level standard or possess a minimum of 3 years relevant sales experience
• UK Full Driving License
• Proven track record in a professional selling environment
• Excellent communication skills at all levels, with strong negotiation and presentation abilities
• PC literate and numerate, with high attention to detail
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage and deliver sales and margin budgets
• Intelligent, personable and articulate with strong interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical ability and high levels of numeracy
• Highly organised, self-managed and self-motivated
• Ability to work effectively in a large cross functional team
• Strong team player, capable of managing multiple challenges

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.

About us

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

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