Territory Sales Manager - Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC • Fairlawn, OH • 5h ago

THE COMPANY

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of 39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world's leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.

The Territory Sales Manager - Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota position is a key role within ContiTech. This role is responsible for developing new business and increasing share of market position in a specified geographical territory, utilizing Continental's Authorized Distributor Network in the industrial sector. This will be done using existing relationships, prospecting new opportunities, while educating/training local distributors/end-users on Continental's value-added line of products and services. This position will be responsible for the territory of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Identify and cultivate new business partnerships with existing and new customers (distributors and end-users) that sell into the industrial sector to achieve Annual Operating Plan (annual growth objectives on both revenue and profitability).

Promote and sell engineered products, programs & services to end users through Continental's Authorized Distributor Network.

Train distributors and end-users on new products and product applications.

Develop and implement a plan to regularly meet with customers to service existing accounts, as well as canvassing and securing new Distributor and end user business.

Participate in industry trade shows to promote products and services.

Regular use of business and information technology tools are required to manage territory activities.

Maintain a working knowledge of current industry standards.

Requirements include inspecting conveyor systems, inspecting plant equipment and working in a manufacturing environment in order to survey equipment and offer value added solutions, so working in close quarters and heights is required.

Utilize the use of Salesforce.com, Business Funnel, Territory Share Management and any other data tools shared and developed to help drive financial performance/achieve Annual Operating Plan.

50% travel with overnight stays.

The territory responsibility of Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

2+ years of relevant Sales experience or 4+ years of Sales experience in lieu bachelor's degree.

Competent in computer programs including Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Experience working in an industrial setting.

Experience with conducting presentation and customer meetings.

Experience training customers and end users.

Ability to use/learn CRM systems.

Must have a valid driver's license.

The desired candidate is required to reside within the Territory.

Must be able to travel, with overnight stays, a least 50% of the time.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.

Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

Experience in sales with distribution would be a plus.

THE PERKS

· Immediate Benefits

· Paid Time Off

· Tuition Assistance & Employee Discounts

· Employer 401(k) Match

· Competitive Bonus Programs

· Employee Assistance Program

· Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional

· And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

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