Now Hiring - Manufacturing Territory Manager in Spokane, WA

About Us:

As a family-owned company, it’s the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

STIHL is seeking a highly motivated, passionate Territory Manager to join our team! With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it's a great time to join the STIHL team!

Position Highlights Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability
• Pension Plan & 401k with employer match
• Vacation, Sick, & Paid Holidays
• Competitive Pay with multiple bonus opportunities

The territory for this role is covering Northern WA, Spokane area and Northern ID, ideal candidates would move to or be living in this area.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• On a consistent and planned basis, contacts existing customers to inform, train, and educate them on all new and current STIHL products and related accessories.
• Uses all available resources, (eg: on-line, computer programs, etc.), to conduct periodic analysis of potential customer demand, new and emerging marketing/merchandising styles and required product and accessory inventory.
• Recommends product mixture, display arrangements, and stocking levels to customers.
• Assists customers with placing product and accessory orders.
• Resolves conflict, informational and communication issues as required.
• Researches geographic area for potential customers, prioritizes leads and compiles lists for both immediate and future action.
• Contacts potential new customers by telephone, email or in person to arrange a personal visit to present the appropriate STIHL products and related accessories for the initial new customer order.
• Answers questions with respect to sales potential, branch support, distribution features, etc.
• Produces reports, notes and lists regarding contacts and status of territory sales and results from recent sales calls.
• Prepares regular sales call reports, identifying sales, strengths, weaknesses, customer concerns, and competitive activity.
• Participates in trade shows, sales promotions, and dealer promotions to foster customer relations.
• Assumes additional related responsibilities as needed.

Specifications:

• Bachelors Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of related experience in portable power equipment sales/service preferred.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft software, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to travel a minimum of 4 days per week by road and/or air.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company car
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: On the road