Territory Sales Manager

Suburban-Automotive-Services-1; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Suburban Automotive Services is seeking a Territory Sales Manager to drive accessory sales across franchised dealerships within a defined territory. You will implement processes, train staff, and support dealers to meet OEM targets while maximizing revenue and profit.

You will travel monthly to dealerships, communicate objectives, and develop new sales strategies with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and a customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2–3 years of account management experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an adequate driving record.
• Reliable method of transportation.
• Strong PC skills with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Disciplined and routine-oriented, yet adaptable to change.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction.
• Must have a favorable attendance record and be prompt and reliable.
• Previous automotive experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with dealership management to implement processes that generate profits through OEM accessory sales.
• Communicate dealership monthly objectives and develop strategies to achieve OEM targets.
• Travel to each dealership within the territory every month.
• Identify opportunities for new sales strategies, incentives, and programs.
• Attend weekly calls hosted by the Sales Manager and provide field feedback.
• Provide clear communication on objective tracking and monthly territory recaps.
• Host in-dealership training on products and processes.
• Collaborate with vendors on product knowledge to support training.
• Plan quarterly meetings with top-volume dealers.
• Build relationships with OEM Zone and District teams to leverage partnerships.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Reynolds & Reynolds

NetSuite

Dayforce

Office365

GM EPIC

GM ADS/eStore

MC Distributor

FAD Reporting

Ford DSS

Job description

As a member of the Sales Team, the Territory Sales Manager (TSM) is responsible for managing the Accessory sales within their territory of assigned franchised dealerships. The TSMs are held accountable to hit their accessory objectives which are a sum of the dealership’s objectives set by the OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) for their territory. This position is responsible for maximizing the company’s accessory sales revenue and profit objectives by installing accessory sales processes and offering training, and point-of-sale support for their dealership customers.

SalaryOverview:

The pay rate for this role starts at $55,000 per year plus commission

Hours:

8am-5pm

The hours for this role are Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm.

Territory Sales Manager Responsibilities Include:

• Consult with assigned dealership management (General Manager & Dealer level) to implement processes that generate additional profits through the sale of OEM accessories.
• Communicate dealership monthly objectives and develop strategies to achieve targets set by the OEM.
• Travel to each dealership within the assigned territory every month.
• Take a creative approach to identifying opportunities for new sales strategies, incentives/programs, and satisfying customer needs.
• Attend weekly calls hosted by the Sales Manager and participate in collaborative discussions to provide direct feedback from the field.
• Provide consistent, clear communication with dealerships regarding objective tracking, new programs and products, and monthly territory recaps.
• Attend and host in-dealership training on products, processes, and programs to ensure dealership sales and parts staff are comfortable with product offerings.
• Collaborate with vendors on product knowledge to support training, as needed.
• Once per month, include the Sales Manager in one sales meeting, performance review meeting, dealer event, or display installation at a dealer.
• Plan and schedule performance review meetings with top volume dealers at least quarterly.
• Build strong working relationships with OEM Zone and District teams to leverage partnerships.
• Mastery of relevant SA tools implemented to support our business (Reynolds & Reynolds, NetSuite, Dayforce, Office365 [Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Excel], GM EPIC, GM ADS/eStore, MC Distributor, FAD Reporting, Ford DSS, and other relevant technology).
• Support and participate in Suburban Accessories’ continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback, alerting key stakeholders to issues, and being open to change.
• Assist in resolving customer service issues communicated by dealers and involving Customer Service Manager/Representatives as appropriate.
• Adhere to Suburban Automotive Service’s DRIVEN values and align business practices to support the SA mission and vision.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Territory Sales Manager Qualifications and Skills:

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to pass the drug screen and background check.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an adequate driving record to pass company insurance guidelines.
• Must have a reliable method of transportation.
• Strong PC skills with a solid understanding of Microsoft Office products.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Disciplined and routine-oriented, yet adaptable to change.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction.
• Must have a favorable attendance record and be prompt and reliable.
• Previous automotive experience is preferred.
• 2–3 years of previous account management experience is preferred.

Territory Sales Manager Working Conditions and Physical Demands include:

• This position is performed in an office setting, inside dealerships, and inside warehouses within assigned territory.
• Must be available to travel within the territory with occasional overnights. Additional destinations may be out of state, to other regions, or to SA headquarters, and come up with little notice.
• This position involves site visits and travels to customers/meetings. Possession of a valid driver’s license and safe driving record is required.
• Must be able to drive for many hours at one time.
• This position requires occasional lifting and/or vehicle mechanical assembly/disassembly of accessories.
• Work requires a willingness to work a flexible schedule. May require occasional evening and/or weekend work, or to be available outside of normal working hours.
• Must reside within the market.