The British American Tobacco Group
Territory Manager - New Haven CT
The British American Tobacco Group, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
Overview
Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together! Reynolds American has an exciting opportunity for a Territory Manager within our Marketing Function in New Haven, CT. As a Territory Manager, you will be a self-starter who thrives on taking initiative and driving results. You will be responsible for growing brands by building strong, lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders. If you are passionate about taking on responsibility, holding yourself accountable, and making a significant impact, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
Achieves commercial sales and growth objectives within territory assignment in support of Division, Region, and Company goals.
Develops a local strategy and business plan for meeting individualized territory objectives, including identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and targeting existing and potential retail outlets within geographic territory for product sales opportunities.
Develops strategy for product and Point of Sale (POS) material placements to optimize sales and market visibility.
Achieve customer/consumer engagement skills certification and consistently demonstrate mastery within Territory.
Builds client willingness and capability to collaborate with the Company on key business fundamentals and drivers to accelerate the transformation of the tobacco industry, and to increase market share.
Develops and maintains business relationships with local chains and distributors to increase sales and promote Reynolds brands through personal correspondence and influence, retail visits and presentations.
Sell/execute the 5Ps of presence, pricing, promotion, product, and personal selling to customers and adult nicotine consumers.
Analyses territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.
Collaborates with Division Manager on territory-specific customer and sales planning, company product initiatives, and improving market share within the territory.
Skills and Qualifications
Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills: Ability to communicate with and engage retail customers and adult nicotine consumers in person.
Effective influencing, sales, negotiation, and marketing skills
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
Excellent analytical skills
Project Management Skills
Good business judgment
Leadership, self-motivation, and initiative
High level of persistence, resilience, and results orientation
Conflict management and problem-solving for mutually beneficial results
Strategic and financial acumen to enable the identification, evaluation, and action against business growth
Opportunities
Ability to travel frequently.
Ability to drive up to 200 miles per day.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving records
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift to 30 lbs.
Ability to climb and work from heights ranging from 9 to 12 feet.
Ability to access and work in limited and confined spaces.
Ability to visually inspect and manipulate merchandise and advertising displays.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel and crouch.
Education / Qualifications / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience preferred.
What are we looking for?
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Committed to continuous personal and professional growth.
Proficient in MS Office applications
Beneficial
Previous experience in a marketing-focused role – preferably in sales, field market or business to business
Demonstrated ability to perform a sales representative/territory manager role successfully.
Geographically mobile – to enable obtaining critical experiences to further career growth, being mobile to different geographic locations across the United States will be imperative for future advancement opportunities.
About Reynolds American We are Reynolds American — A member of the British American Tobacco Group.
At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at Reynolds American.
Belonging, Achieving, Together
Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
Salary and Benefits Overview Wage Information
Annual Salary: $68,700
Bonus Target: 20%
Benefit Information The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:
401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent.
Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.
Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan.
Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year.
Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents.
Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance.
Tution reimbursement and student loan support
Dependent Scholarship Programs
Free confidential personal financial counselling service
On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice.
Health-care concierge service
Volunteer service opportunities.
Extensive training opportunities
Company vehicle for eligible employees
Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
Paid Leave: Sick and Personal Time; Vacation; Holidays; Paid Parental Leave; Funeral Leave; Short-Term Disability Leave; Long-Term Disability Leave; Jury Duty Leave; Military Leave; Released Time for Children’s Education; Community Outreach Leave; Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law.
Additional Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together.
You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at wppgeneral@RJRT.com.
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Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together! Reynolds American has an exciting opportunity for a Territory Manager within our Marketing Function in New Haven, CT. As a Territory Manager, you will be a self-starter who thrives on taking initiative and driving results. You will be responsible for growing brands by building strong, lasting relationships with key clients and stakeholders. If you are passionate about taking on responsibility, holding yourself accountable, and making a significant impact, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
Achieves commercial sales and growth objectives within territory assignment in support of Division, Region, and Company goals.
Develops a local strategy and business plan for meeting individualized territory objectives, including identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, and targeting existing and potential retail outlets within geographic territory for product sales opportunities.
Develops strategy for product and Point of Sale (POS) material placements to optimize sales and market visibility.
Achieve customer/consumer engagement skills certification and consistently demonstrate mastery within Territory.
Builds client willingness and capability to collaborate with the Company on key business fundamentals and drivers to accelerate the transformation of the tobacco industry, and to increase market share.
Develops and maintains business relationships with local chains and distributors to increase sales and promote Reynolds brands through personal correspondence and influence, retail visits and presentations.
Sell/execute the 5Ps of presence, pricing, promotion, product, and personal selling to customers and adult nicotine consumers.
Analyses territory to identify and negotiate contracts with new retail customer opportunities.
Collaborates with Division Manager on territory-specific customer and sales planning, company product initiatives, and improving market share within the territory.
Skills and Qualifications
Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills: Ability to communicate with and engage retail customers and adult nicotine consumers in person.
Effective influencing, sales, negotiation, and marketing skills
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills
Excellent analytical skills
Project Management Skills
Good business judgment
Leadership, self-motivation, and initiative
High level of persistence, resilience, and results orientation
Conflict management and problem-solving for mutually beneficial results
Strategic and financial acumen to enable the identification, evaluation, and action against business growth
Opportunities
Ability to travel frequently.
Ability to drive up to 200 miles per day.
Valid U.S. driver’s license and safe driving records
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift to 30 lbs.
Ability to climb and work from heights ranging from 9 to 12 feet.
Ability to access and work in limited and confined spaces.
Ability to visually inspect and manipulate merchandise and advertising displays.
Ability to frequently stoop, kneel and crouch.
Education / Qualifications / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable work experience preferred.
What are we looking for?
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Committed to continuous personal and professional growth.
Proficient in MS Office applications
Beneficial
Previous experience in a marketing-focused role – preferably in sales, field market or business to business
Demonstrated ability to perform a sales representative/territory manager role successfully.
Geographically mobile – to enable obtaining critical experiences to further career growth, being mobile to different geographic locations across the United States will be imperative for future advancement opportunities.
About Reynolds American We are Reynolds American — A member of the British American Tobacco Group.
At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at Reynolds American.
Belonging, Achieving, Together
Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
Salary and Benefits Overview Wage Information
Annual Salary: $68,700
Bonus Target: 20%
Benefit Information The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:
401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent.
Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.
Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)
Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan.
Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year.
Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents.
Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)
Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance.
Tution reimbursement and student loan support
Dependent Scholarship Programs
Free confidential personal financial counselling service
On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations
A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice.
Health-care concierge service
Volunteer service opportunities.
Extensive training opportunities
Company vehicle for eligible employees
Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees
Paid Leave: Sick and Personal Time; Vacation; Holidays; Paid Parental Leave; Funeral Leave; Short-Term Disability Leave; Long-Term Disability Leave; Jury Duty Leave; Military Leave; Released Time for Children’s Education; Community Outreach Leave; Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law.
Additional Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement – it is a reality, we are eager to build together.
You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills.
We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes.
Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!
Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at wppgeneral@RJRT.com.
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