Territory Sales Manager
Job Description
Chicagoland Area (On-Site)
Entry-level
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to achieve and exceed sales targets for Containers, Ground Level Offices, Singlewide Modular Structures, Complex Modular Structures (in certain markets) and value-added products.
- Approximately 40% of time will be spent on outbound prospecting, 30% on inbound inquiry conversion, and the balance on account development and in-person prospecting or customer visits.
- Identify and prioritize potential customers, industries, and market segments to pursue for business development.
- Maintain a robust sales pipeline and consistently work towards converting leads into successful sales.
- Pursue a high volume of top project and transactional opportunities while offering turnkey space solutions and value-added products.
Customer Relationship Management:
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships through regular communication, site visits, and exceptional customer service.
- Understand customer needs, provide product recommendations, and address inquiries or concerns promptly.
- Collaborate with customers to create tailored solutions that meet their specific container and modular structure requirements.
- Utilize Salesforce CRM system to track performance and manage customers collaboratively
Market Analysis:
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities within the territory.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential opportunities for growth and differentiation.
- Provide feedback to the management team on market insights and customer feedback.
Quoting and Pricing:
- Employ a consultative selling approach where appropriate to maximize pricing and monthly lease rates.
- Prepare accurate and competitive price quotes for potential customers.
- Negotiate terms and conditions of sales agreements to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless order processing and delivery.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain detailed records of sales activities, customer interactions, and sales forecasts using CRM software.
- Generate regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity for management review.
- Meet daily/weekly expectations on leading indicators to meet trifecta goals.
Team Collaboration:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, logistics, and customer support, to ensure customer satisfaction and successful project execution.
- Provide guidance and support to colleagues when needed to achieve common sales objectives.
Qualifications:
- 1 year of outbound prospecting experience or 1 year of applicable job experience Willingness and ability to travel 10%-20% to conduct field visits with important customers (little to no overnight travel)
- Demonstrated professional communication (written and spoken)
- Experience effectively using Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Word, and Excel) and virtual meetings platform such as Zoom, Teams etc.