Territory Manager - SKF - Sealing Solutions

SKF Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 111,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and 13 paid holidays

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

SKF Group is seeking a dynamic Territory Manager for Sealing Solutions in Salt Lake City. The role focuses on managing sales activities across a designated territory, building strong client relationships, and driving growth in the industrial distribution market.

The candidate will strategize sales plans, conduct market research, and collaborate with stakeholders to meet customer requirements while ensuring compliance and high satisfaction levels. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in sales management or business development in industrial distribution.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Territory management and achievement of sales targets and KPIs.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key clients as primary contact.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans within the territory.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Market knowledge

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field

MBA preferred

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Power BI

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Territory Manager - SKF - Sealing Solutions

Requisition ID: 24940

Job Category: Sales & Customer Service

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Salt Lake City, Ut, US

Territory Manager - SKF Sealing Solutions

Location: Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Phoenix, Southern California, or Salt Lake/West Valley City, UT

Salary Range: $ 111,000.00 to $ 125,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Territory/Region Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing sales activities within a designated territory or region, building and maintaining strong client relationships, and driving sales growth. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the industrial distribution market and a proven track record of success in sales management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Territory Management: Manage sales activities within the assigned territory or region, ensuring the achievement of sales growth, targets, and KPIs.
• Customer Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, acting as the primary point of contact.
• Sales Strategy: Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company goals and objectives within the territory.
• Market Research: Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and potential opportunities.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to fulfill customer requirements and achieve a high level of satisfaction.
• Negotiation: Negotiate contracts and implement long-term growth strategies with clients.
• Customer Satisfaction: Coordinate activities leading to customer satisfaction and business growth.
• CRM Management: Generate customer leads into opportunities and document them in the CRM system.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit monthly management reports of new business achievements, activities, opportunities, and targets.
• Sales Funnel Management: Drive sales opportunity funnel management in CRM and aligned digital sales tools to ensure opportunities are duly followed up, won, closed, and reported on promptly.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities related to the function comply with relevant corporate policies, business processes and procedures, Acts, legal and professional standards, and the SKF Code of Conduct.
• EHS Compliance: Promote awareness of risk and safety requirements and ensure compliance with SKF EHS policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sales management, business development, or a related role within the industrial distribution sector.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of the industrial distribution market and its dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel 50% or as needed to meet customer and business needs.

Skills:

• Strong leadership skills and business acumen.
• Self-motivated and execution-focused with an ability to meet/exceed deadlines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Excellent networking capability.
• Demonstrated achievement in past commercial or technical roles.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of maintenance practices.
• Project management and common tools used for driving sales funnel management.
• Advanced Office 365 skills (PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Power BI).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health. Flexible work options available, depending on role.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world's largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF's solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.