Territory Sales Manager - Baton Rouge, LA

Strategic-Retail-Partners; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company paid short term disability and

Life insurance

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Flexible PTO

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Weekly pay

Company vehicle and phone for business

Job summary

Strategic Retail Partners seeks a Territory Sales Manager in Baton Rouge, LA to drive incremental sales and placements within a defined territory. The role involves cold calling, managing a portfolio of prospects, and fostering strong relationships with store owners and internal teams.

The position requires a minimum of two years in c-store, vending, or retail sales, with at least one year of cold calling. Expect travel up to 75% and a base salary of $70,000 plus commissions, with potential

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in c-store sales, vending, or retail sales.
• Minimum of one year of experience cold calling potential customers.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• Ability to travel up to 70–75% of the time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform related physical tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate incremental sales and placements within the assigned territory.
• Implement strategies to grow business via existing programs and promotions.
• Conduct 15–20 cold calls per day and manage a portfolio of prospects.
• Cultivate a robust sales pipeline and support team members.
• Develop relationships with customers, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Educate store owners on SRP’s programs and offerings.

Skills

Cold calling

Sales growth

Negotiation

Communication

Travel readiness

Job description

Territory Sales Manager - Baton Rouge, LADo you have sales experience in the c-store sales, vending, or retail channels? Do you like cold calling potential customers?If so, join Strategic Retail Partners as a Territory Sales Manager!Sales commissions are excellent with an earning potential of $100,000+. This range represents the base plus commission. The gross annual base salary is $70,000.Duties/Responsibilities:Generate incremental sales and placements within assigned territory and meet sales objectives.Implement strategies to maintain and grow business by leveraging existing programs and pre-assigned promotions.Conduct 15-20 cold calls per day and manage a portfolio of prospects.Cultivate a robust and qualified sales pipeline within assigned territories while supporting team members in their respective areas.Develop and foster solid and trusting relationships with customers, clients and internal stakeholdersEnsure all strategic and target accounts are fully aware of all products and services.Identify and communicate key client issues and complaints.Educate store owners of SRP’s programs and offerings.Manage, grow, and retain existing accounts and drive annual account growth objectives.Collaborate with internal teams to maximize profit by up-selling or cross-selling.Benefits and Perks:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany paid short term disability and life insurancePaid holidays and floating holidaysFlexible PTO401(k) with company matchTuition ReimbursementEmployees are paid weeklyCompany vehicle and phone for business useStrategic Retail Partner's mission it to exceed expectations of on-the-go consumers.Since our founding as a regional distributor of sunglasses in 1969, SRP has grown into an international leader providing in-store merchandising solutions to a wide variety of retail partners and their consumers. We have built relationships with thousands of international, national, and regional retailers who rely on our customized solutions in more than 60,000+ locations across the U.S. and Canada. With warehouse facilities in several states and service reps covering all regions of the country, there isn't a retail location we can't service.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran (U.S.) status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.Sales commissions are excellent with an earning potential of $100,000+. This range represents the base plus commission. The gross annual base salary is $70,000. Actual pay will vary and is based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies.Minimum of two years of experience in c-store sales, vending, retail sales or other relevant experience.Minimum of one year of experience cold calling potential customers.Valid driver's license and good driving record.Ability to travel up to 70% - 75% of the time, including overnights.Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and bend, push, stoop, and kneel for extended periods of time.Ability to positively interact with customers and an outgoing personality.Ability to analyze data and sales statistics and translate results into actions and solutions.Proven results of delivering client solutions and meeting sales goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be a listener, a presenter, and a people-person.In-depth understanding of company key clients and their position in the industry.Self-motivated, self-directed, strong negotiation skills, with the ability to follow-through.