Commercial Territory Manager, Northern Indiana

PPG; Fort Wayne (IN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is seeking a Commercial Territory Manager in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to manage profitable sales for the Automotive Refinish group. This remote role involves strategic sales management, focusing on building relationships with accounts and achieving growth goals. Ideal candidates will possess a strong sales background in coatings or automotive sectors, along with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.

Benefits

Great compensation package

Comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Sales experience in the coatings or automotive industry preferred.
• Understanding of commercial and industrial sales processes is crucial.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to exceed growth goals.
• Collaborate with Territory Managers and distributors for sales growth.
• Conduct regular account reviews to assess performance.

Skills

Sales proficiency

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

Job Description

As a Commercial Territory Manager, you will be accountable to manage profitable new Commercial OE Coatings business for the Automotive Refinish group. The Commercial Territory Manager will work in partnership multiple Direct accounts, Territory Managers, Architectural stores and specialized distributors to accomplish growth goals. Accountability management and overall management will be provided by the refinish commercial regional sales manager. You will report to the Commercial Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a strategic, value selling approach and change to sales channel partners with internal partners and something about long-term relationships.
• Capture all available business in Business Development / Account maintenance.
• Identify new business opportunities in Commercial OE Coatings and Light Industrial Coatings.
• Collaborate with assigned Territory Managers and distributors to improve sales growth.
• Maintain and experience establishing communication and engagement with prospects with existing accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Conduct regular account reviews to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to exceed growth goals.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
• Leverage available direct and distribution channel partners’ to achieve sales objectives.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure understanding on sales plans and customer needs.
• Fully remote, travel up to 50% of the time to meet with clients, attend industry events, and conduct market research.
• 100% of your available time on industrial sales growth and account maintenance
• Manage customer relationships, engaging them in value-added activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Experience sales in the coatings or automotive industry.
• Strong understanding of commercial and industrial sales processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.

What We Offer:

• Great compensation package and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Computer, phone, travel and expense account, tools

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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.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Medical, Dental, Vision, & 401k Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.