Mueller Water Products
Infrastructure Territory Manager - Minnesota and North Dakota
Mueller Water Products, Rochester, Minnesota, us, 55905
Infrastructure Territory Manager - Minnesota and North Dakota
Mueller Water Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries. Mueller supports cities and utilities delivering clean, safe drinking water across North America and is focused on innovation, collaboration, and people solutions as part of its mission. Overview
This exempt-level sales position has direct territory sales responsibility in the Minnesota and North Dakota territory, which includes the entire states for these areas. Primary sales are directed toward established distributors within the territory. The Territory Manager works under the direction of the Infrastructure Regional Sales Manager and has the opportunity to learn or expand knowledge of the water distribution industry and sales strategies, with a competitive base salary plus commissions, full benefits, and a company vehicle. Responsibilities
Call on end product users to promote new and existing product lines and develop favorable specification position. Provide complete service to the established distributor network including quotations, product training, technical and literary support, product complaint handling, inventory maintenance, and delivery issue resolution. Perform product training for end users and distributors to promote advantages of Mueller products and enhance specification position. Develop cooperative relationships with key distributors and end user personnel to drive product demand. Establish sales goals and specification objectives to meet company sales budget. Identify significant bid opportunities and provide complete project information, including price strategy. Provide after-sale service support, including warranty and claims management. Actively participate in trade organizations to promote Mueller products. Continuously update end users database for the territory. Provide the Regional Sales Office with monthly sales forecast and market overview. Required Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years outside sales experience in the water distribution industry or related field (construction, piping, industrial sales, etc.). Aptitude and comfort with selling technology-based sales solutions and platforms. Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and other technology-based productivity tools (e.g., Salesforce.com, NetSuite, etc.). Valid drivers license with no major violations. Ability to routinely travel ~75% of the work schedule (approximately 3-4 days/week of travel with one office day). Ability to cover a large geographical sales territory. Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities. Comfortable with public speaking and delivering presentations to large groups (30+). Must be able to lift in excess of 40 lbs. to maneuver products during demonstrations. Desired Qualifications
Bachelors degree, preferably in business, engineering, or communications-related field. Mechanical aptitude. How to Apply
Mueller encourages applicants who strongly match the listed qualifications to apply. Primary work hours are Monday through Friday; hours may vary based on customer needs. Evening meetings may be required during travel. This is a salaried exempt position and does not qualify for overtime pay. Apply through the Mueller Water Products Career Portal or the page where this position is listed. Resumes mailed, faxed, or dropped off will not be reviewed. Benefits & Equal Opportunity
Mueller offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, disability benefits, paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and more. Mueller is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company participates in E-Verify and will provide reasonable accommodations as required by law during the application and interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mueller Water Products, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries. Mueller supports cities and utilities delivering clean, safe drinking water across North America and is focused on innovation, collaboration, and people solutions as part of its mission. Overview
This exempt-level sales position has direct territory sales responsibility in the Minnesota and North Dakota territory, which includes the entire states for these areas. Primary sales are directed toward established distributors within the territory. The Territory Manager works under the direction of the Infrastructure Regional Sales Manager and has the opportunity to learn or expand knowledge of the water distribution industry and sales strategies, with a competitive base salary plus commissions, full benefits, and a company vehicle. Responsibilities
Call on end product users to promote new and existing product lines and develop favorable specification position. Provide complete service to the established distributor network including quotations, product training, technical and literary support, product complaint handling, inventory maintenance, and delivery issue resolution. Perform product training for end users and distributors to promote advantages of Mueller products and enhance specification position. Develop cooperative relationships with key distributors and end user personnel to drive product demand. Establish sales goals and specification objectives to meet company sales budget. Identify significant bid opportunities and provide complete project information, including price strategy. Provide after-sale service support, including warranty and claims management. Actively participate in trade organizations to promote Mueller products. Continuously update end users database for the territory. Provide the Regional Sales Office with monthly sales forecast and market overview. Required Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years outside sales experience in the water distribution industry or related field (construction, piping, industrial sales, etc.). Aptitude and comfort with selling technology-based sales solutions and platforms. Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software and other technology-based productivity tools (e.g., Salesforce.com, NetSuite, etc.). Valid drivers license with no major violations. Ability to routinely travel ~75% of the work schedule (approximately 3-4 days/week of travel with one office day). Ability to cover a large geographical sales territory. Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities. Comfortable with public speaking and delivering presentations to large groups (30+). Must be able to lift in excess of 40 lbs. to maneuver products during demonstrations. Desired Qualifications
Bachelors degree, preferably in business, engineering, or communications-related field. Mechanical aptitude. How to Apply
Mueller encourages applicants who strongly match the listed qualifications to apply. Primary work hours are Monday through Friday; hours may vary based on customer needs. Evening meetings may be required during travel. This is a salaried exempt position and does not qualify for overtime pay. Apply through the Mueller Water Products Career Portal or the page where this position is listed. Resumes mailed, faxed, or dropped off will not be reviewed. Benefits & Equal Opportunity
Mueller offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, disability benefits, paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and more. Mueller is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company participates in E-Verify and will provide reasonable accommodations as required by law during the application and interview process. #J-18808-Ljbffr