Territory Sales Manager

Pentair - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

10,001+ employees

Management of Companies and Enterprises

About the position

The Territory Sales Manager at Pentair is responsible for managing and growing the company's business in the south-central Texas territory. This role involves selling Pentair's pool products through authorized distributors and professional dealers, while also providing technical training and support. The position requires a strong understanding of the products and the ability to build relationships with key channel partners to drive sales and brand awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow assigned Pentair businesses by identifying and nurturing new and existing key relationships with channel partners.
• Build relationships with key channel partners and influence sales of Pentair products and services through technical presentations and training seminars.
• Promote Pentair's products effectively utilizing marketing programs and providing product training to distributors and end-users.
• Develop a strong technical understanding of products to address customer needs and promote brand awareness among distributor partners.
• Analyze customer specifications to determine proper product applications and provide expertise on performance problems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in the pool industry with the ability to manage a territory and sell mechanical/engineered products.
• Experience working with indirect sales environments, especially with channel partners and/or distribution networks preferred.
• Electro-mechanical skills and ability to train others, troubleshoot issues, and provide recommendations on pool equipment.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, negotiation, follow-up, and documentation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the pool industry with a focus on sales and territory management.
• Ability to work in a high-energy, goal-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs