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As a Territory Sales Manager on PPG's Automotive Refinish team, you will guide profitable sales growth and strengthening customer relationships within a defined territory covering St. Louis – N.E. Missouri. You will deliver specific sales and service provision targets following Regional, Zone, and National targets, as well as develop the defined territory and provide information and market data to ensure delivery of the overall business targets.
Job Responsibility
Achieve annual sales plans for sales growth and critical sales goals 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 your 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 dealers, Regional MSO, and independent collision center operations
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
Work within a team atmosphere to develop the market as a whole and maximize potential
Expected overnight travel of 25%
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business management or equivalent work experience with 5+ years proven track record in growing sales with validated skills at consultative selling
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel
Nice to have
Prior Automotive Refinish or equivalent experience preferred
Collision or Body Shop Business Experience is highly desirable