Territory Manager, Northeast Pennsylvania

PPG Industries; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries is seeking a Territory Manager to drive sales and service delivery in Northeast Pennsylvania (Scranton/Wilkes-Barre). You will lead regional sales targets, manage distributors, and build strong dealer/fleet relationships while understanding body shop operations and PPG Refinish products.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 5+ years of consultative sales experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 5+ years proven track record in growing sales with consultative selling.
• Prior Automotive Refinish or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a personal vehicle, and pass MVR review.

Responsibilities

• Achieve annual sales plans for growth and manage costs within targets.
• Develop understanding of customer requirements and PPG strategy in the region.
• Sell paint systems and sundry items of PPG Refinish brands within territory through distribution.
• Manage distributor relationships including sales and training.
• Use knowledge of body shop/fleet operations to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Build relationships with key dealers, MSO, and collision centers.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Collaborate with team to grow market presence.

Skills

Consultative selling

Sales growth

Regional sales planning

MS Office / basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent

Tools

Automotive repair/ refinishing knowledge

Job description

As a Territory Manager, you are responsible to deliver specific sales and service provision targets in line with Regional, Zone, and National targets. Reporting directly to the Regional Sales Leader, you will develop and grow the Northeast Pennsylvania (Scranton/Wilkes Barre) market, provide information and market data to ensure effective delivery of the overall business targets. We are looking for candidates with an understanding of the collision body shop and refinish market, manufacturing coating systems and related materials used in refinishing applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Achieve annual sales plans for sales growth and key sales objectives while leading costs, receivables, and expenses within required targets.
• Develop a detailed understanding of end customer requirements and the PPG business strategy and challenges associated with the region.
• Responsible for the sales of paint systems and sundry items of PPG Refinish brands including commercial and light industrial (CPC) finishes in his/her geographic area of responsibility thru distribution.
• Manage distributor relationships including sales, people development, training, receivables, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of body shop/fleet operations with the ability to help in areas of profitability, cycle time, product training, and the use of analytics.
• Target and develop relationships with key dealer, Regional MSO, and independent collision center operations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Work within a team atmosphere to develop the market as a whole and maximize potential.
• Expected overnight travel of 25%.
• Through PPG’s Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) program, you’ll have the flexibility to drive your own vehicle while receiving tax-advantaged reimbursement for fuel, insurance, and other eligible business-related vehicle expenses. The program is designed to provide a convenient, cost-effective alternative to a company vehicle while giving you greater choice and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years proven track record in growing sales with validated skills at consultative selling.
• Prior Automotive Refinish or equivalent experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain automobile insurance, have access to a personal vehicle that meets PPG’s Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) program requirements, and successfully pass a motor vehicle record (MVR) review.

About us:

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 thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

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PPGprovidesequal 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, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich 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 insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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