Territory Business Sales Manager - Minneapolis, MN

Turning Point Brands, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 Paid Holidays

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

A leading consumer product company is seeking a Territory Business Sales Manager in Minneapolis, MN. The successful candidate will lead sales and distribution efforts, manage business partner relationships, and utilize data for strategic decision-making. A strong background in sales and excellent communication skills are essential. Compensation includes a salary range of $55,000 to $60,000 and various benefits, making this a competitive opportunity.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills that influence successful business outcomes.
• Critical thinking and ability to offer creative solutions in a variety of selling situations.
• Collaborate well in a team environment and develop account relationships.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales and distribution within the designated geography to achieve annual goals.
• Sell company initiatives to assigned business partners.
• Leverage data to consult and lead fact-based conversations with business partners.
• Manage administrative requirements, including point-of-sale materials.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Critical thinking

Analytical sales planning

Collaboration in team environment

Motivated self-starter

Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM

Education

Bachelor’s degree or meaningful sales experience

Job description

Territory Business Sales Manager – Minneapolis, MN

Turning Point Brands, Inc. (NYSE: TPB) is a leading manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of branded consumer products. We sell a wide range of products exclusively to adult consumers, from iconic brands to next‑generation products, across over 215,000 retail outlets and e‑commerce platforms. Our business generates solid cash flow, which we use to finance acquisitions, expand brand support and distribution infrastructure, and strengthen our capital position.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Lead sales and distribution within the designated geography to achieve annual goals, including merchandising as needed.
• Sell company initiatives to assigned business partners, including gaining new item distribution, executing pricing and promotional plans, and managing inventory levels and freshness where applicable.
• Leverage data and other available information to consult and lead fact‑based conversations with our business partners to achieve stated goals.
• Clearly track and measure progress against sell‑in initiatives and stated goals, partnering with your manager on resource needs.
• Manage a product contingency fund for new product distribution and to fill low or out‑of‑stock situations.
• Manage administrative requirements, including point‑of‑sale materials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills that influence successful business outcomes.
• Critical thinking and ability to offer creative solutions in a variety of selling situations.
• Ability to build financially astute and analytically driven sales plans that generate results.
• Purposefully plan and prioritize initiatives to achieve results.
• Collaborate well in a team environment and develop account relationships.
• Motivated, self‑starter with dedication to individual growth.
• Proficiency across a variety of technological platforms, especially Salesforce or similar CRM, and ability to learn new systems.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of fast‑moving consumer goods (FMCG) and/or sales experience in a similar industry.
• Bachelor’s degree, meaningful sales experience, or strong commitment to a fast‑paced learning environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• $55,000 – $60,000 Base Salary + Performance‑Based Incentives
• Quarterly payout – No cap on earnings
• 12 Paid Holidays
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• DailyPay

Equal Opportunity Employer – Turning Point Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer. We hire qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected classes.

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