U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant – Territory Manager

Mueller Water Products; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with 5% match

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in flow control devices is seeking a Territory Manager in Nashville, Tennessee. The role involves developing sales strategies, building relationships with distributors, and providing technical support. Candidates should have a minimum of two years of outside sales experience, particularly in the water distribution industry, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Compensation includes a competitive base salary plus commissions, benefits such as health insurance and a 401(k) plan, as well as a company vehicle.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of outside sales experience in the water distribution industry.
• Ability to travel 75% of the work schedule.
• Intermediate computer proficiency with common software.

Responsibilities

• Promote new and existing product lines to end product users.
• Service established distributor network with quotations and technical support.
• Develop cooperative relationships with distributors.

Skills

Outside sales experience in water distribution

Selling technology-based solutions

CRM software proficiency

Strong communication skills

Public speaking ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant — Territory Manager

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries.

We are looking for a Territory Manager to lead business development and specification approval processes in targeted areas. The role focuses on sales to distributors and end users, building relationships with distributors, and supporting product adoption and specification inclusion.

Duties

• Call on end product users to promote new and existing product lines and develop favorable specification position.
• Provide complete service to established distributor network including quotations, product training, technical and literary support, product complaint, inventory maintenance, and delivery issues.
• Perform product training for end users and distributors to promote advantages of offered products and enhance specification position.
• Develop cooperative relationships with distributors and end user personnel to enhance product demand.
• Establish sales goals and specification objectives to meet company sales budget.
• Identify significant bid opportunities and provide complete project information, including price strategy.
• Provide after-sale service support, including warranty and claims management.
• Actively participate in trade organizations to promote offered products.
• Continuously update end users database for territory.
• Provide leadership with monthly sales forecast and market overview.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of outside sales experience in the water distribution industry or related field.
• Aptitude and comfort with selling technology‑based solutions and platforms.
• Experience with CRM software and other productivity tools.
• Valid driver’s license with no major violations.
• Ability to travel 75% of the work schedule.
• Ability to cover a large geographical sales territory.
• Intermediate computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• High level of outgoing interpersonal skills and effective communication.
• Comfortable with public speaking and presenting to large groups (30+).
• Must be able to lift over 40 lbs. during product demonstrations.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, communications, or related field.
• Mechanical aptitude.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus commissions.
• Company vehicle.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 5% match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Short- and long‑term disability benefits.
• Paid vacation and 100% paid parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student debt retirement matching.
• Well‑being program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life insurance and supplemental insurance at group rates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, citizenship status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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