Territory Manager

Emerson; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Territory Sales Manager to drive growth across the RIDGID and Greenlee professional tools portfolio in the Hackensack/Mahwah, NJ area. You will partner with customers and distributors in the utility market to deliver differentiating solutions and insights that advance their business.

You will develop territory plans, conduct field demonstrations, and provide technical support while building lasting distributor and end-user relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience with distribution channels, ideally electrical/industrial markets.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business/related field.
• Proven success in developing and executing territory business plans.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth within the assigned territory by managing key accounts and distributors.
• Develop and execute territory business plans to expand market share and meet targets.
• Conduct field product demonstrations, training, and technical support for end users and partners.
• Lead introduction of new products and solutions to grow market share.
• Maintain accurate monthly and annual sales forecasts.

Skills

Territory sales

Distributor relations

Field demonstrations

Forecasting & planning

Customer insights

CRM tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/related field

Tools

CRM software

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

If you are a Territory Sales Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by driving growth across the RIDGID and Greenlee professional tools portfolio. As part of Emerson’s North America sales team, you will partner closely with customers and distributors in the utility market, providing insights that help them advance their business while showcasing Emerson Professional Tools’ differentiated solutions. This role is based in or near Hackensack/Mahwah NJ and reports to the Regional Sales Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region.

Job Description

If you are a Territory Sales Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by driving growth across the RIDGID and Greenlee professional tools portfolio. As part of Emerson’s North America sales team, you will partner closely with customers and distributors in the utility market, providing insights that help them advance their business while showcasing Emerson Professional Tools’ differentiated solutions. This role is based in or near Hackensack/Mahwah NJ and reports to the Regional Sales Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region.

Job Description

If you are a Territory Sales Manager professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by driving growth across the RIDGID and Greenlee professional tools portfolio. As part of Emerson’s North America sales team, you will partner closely with customers and distributors in the utility market, providing insights that help them advance their business while showcasing Emerson Professional Tools’ differentiated solutions. This role is based in or near Hackensack/Mahwah NJ and reports to the Regional Sales Manager, Mid-Atlantic Region.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Drive sales growth within the assigned territory by managing key accounts, building relationships with distributors and end-users, and promoting the value of Professional Tools solutions.
• Develop and execute territory business plans in partnership with internal stakeholders and distributors to expand market share, achieve sales targets, and support long-term customer success.
• Conduct field product demonstrations, training sessions, and technical support for end users and distribution partners.
• Lead the introduction and adoption of strategic new products and solutions and develop and execute annual territory business plans to drive sustainable sales growth.
• Build, manage, and maintain accurate monthly and annual sales forecasts.
• Establish and grow trusted relationships with key distributor partners and end users while serving as a subject matter resource for products, applications, and pricing programs within the assigned territory.
• Build and maintain effective merchandising displays at key distributor locations to strengthen product visibility and market presence.

Who You Are:

You build strong relationships by gaining trust and understanding customer needs, translate insights into practical solutions, and influence outcomes through clear, two-way communication. You plan and prioritize effectively, adapting quickly to changing market conditions while staying focused on results. You collaborate across teams, bring a hands‑on approach to your work, and take initiative to identify opportunities that create value for customers and Emerson.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Experience working with distribution channels, ideally within electrical, industrial, or plumbing markets.
• A bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, industrial distribution, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing territory business plans that drive incremental growth.
• Experience conducting field product demonstrations, training, and technical problem solving with end users and distributors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to introduce new products and solutions to expand market share.
• Experience developing and managing monthly and annual sales forecasts.
• A consistent record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience in B2B sales, marketing, or technical support within a professional tools or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of CRM tools and proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

At Emerson, our employee’s passion for innovation and results drives our success. We actively pursue new technologies, capabilities and approaches to drive tangible value for our customers. To reward this passion for innovation and results, Emerson makes meaningful investments in our people. We provide competitive compensation, integrated benefits offerings, and fulfilling career journeys that support the growth of each employee. We firmly believe that when Emerson is successful in achieving its operational and financial goals, our employees share in the company’s success. The salary range for this role is $80,000-90,000 annually, plus bonus opportunity, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award‑winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!