MTE - Associate Sales Manager, LPG (Eastern US)

McWane, Inc.; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the LPG industry is seeking an Associate Sales Manager in Franklin, Tennessee. This role involves driving customer engagement and sales growth through lead generation, quote coordination, and account reporting. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and experience in sales or customer service. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential. The position offers opportunities for growth within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in sales, account coordination, or customer service.
• Proficiency in CRM systems such as Salesforce.
• Familiarity with propane/LPG distribution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify LPG sales leads through research and outreach.
• Coordinate the quoting process to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Support account analysis to identify trends and new sales opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong analytical abilities

Data management skills

Multitasking

Customer relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Tools

CRM systems (Salesforce or equivalent)

Job description

• Full-time
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
• Division: MTEF Manchester Tank Franklin

Company Description

Our Principles and Values:

Manchester Tank has a proud heritage of hard-working people, who for over 75 years have manufactured high quality products for our country and the world. The McWane/Manchester Way Compass is provided as a personal guide to help team members navigate through situations they encounter daily at work and includes eight core principles to guide our team members: Communication, Safety, Environment, Leadership, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork. All team members are expected to know these principles, values, and behaviors. Our Compass Points ensure higher levels of safety and environmental performance in all our operations. It also improves communication, relationships, and work performance at all levels of our organization.

Manchester Tank is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. Manchester Tank will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Manchester Tank is seeking an Associate Sales Manager to support our LPG (propane) sales team across designated regions. This role plays a key part in driving customer engagement and sales growth by supporting lead generation, quote coordination, and account reporting. The Associate Sales Manager will work closely with Sales Managers and Commercial Operations to ensure accurate, timely, and professional service to distributors and propane marketers.

This position is ideal for an organized, motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow within the LPG industry. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Generate and qualify LPG sales leads through research, outreach, and CRM activity.
• Prepare materials, presentations, and logistics for customer meetings and sales events.
• Coordinate the quoting process from request to delivery, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Support account analysis and reporting to identify trends and new sales opportunities.
• Gather customer insights and communicate market feedback to the sales team.
• Maintain CRM data, updating deal status and customer records regularly.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Commercial Operations to ensure smooth handoffs and consistent customer support.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in sales, account coordination, or customer service.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce or equivalent).
• Strong organizational and data management skills, with experience in quoting and reporting processes.
• Familiarity with propane/LPG distribution or manufacturing industries preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Core Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical, reporting, and CRM management abilities
• Skilled multitasker with strong time and priority management
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Positive and professional demeanor with a customer-first approach
• Self-starter who takes ownership and follows through on commitments
• Results-oriented and growth-minded
• Collaborative team player who is coachable and adaptable

Travel Considerations

• Attendance at twice-yearly sales summits may be expected

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.