Territory Manager Home Depot

PPG Industries Inc. - Columbus, Georgia

PPG: We protect and beautify the world.

At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

Why join us:

With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.

Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone’s ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.

Just like you, we are driven to make a difference in our world.

The position of the Territory Manager is responsible for developing and delivering sales plans and selling PPG products within a defined, limited number of Lowe’s stores. The Territory Manager identifies end-user segments and partners with Home Depot teams to drive PPG sales in store. End-user segments include the DIY, homeowner and professional contractors, such as residential re-painters, remodelers, property management companies and property investors. Responsibilities will include: developing and growing strategic business relationships with key Home Depot personnel including Paint Desk Associates, Pro Desk Associates, Store Managers, Assistant Store Managers (ASM), Department Managers, and Market Directors. This position is also responsible for effectively executing marketing and training programs at

the store level and will be seen as an industry and product expert.

Key Responsibilities:

. Partner with Home Depot management teams to develop, drive and achieve sales growth plans.

. Engage all Pro and DIY customers with their painting projects and PPG product support throughout the store, especially within the paint and contractor areas.

. Work cross-functionally with all appropriate departments (Sales, Marketing, Distribution, Customer Service, etc.) to exceed sales goals.

. Monitor and report on market and competitive activities, and provide relevant reports and information.

. Meet with all store personnel weekly and District Manager once a month to review sales performance against target.

. Plan and conduct weekend training events in Home Depot stores. Participate in all seasonal training events as scheduled.

. Analyze territory sales performance reports and develop strategic territory business plans to support growth.

. Aggressively identify in-store selling opportunities to secure wing stacks, bulk stacks, end caps, and stack outs to create impactful, cross merchandised, product displays.

. Ensure automatic replenishment system is supplying sufficient product to support rate of sale, and on-hand inventory counts are accurate by suggesting cycle counts to store management.

. Train and demo products to Home Depot associates during sales call activity.

. Maintain color centers, sales aides and Point of Purchase (POP) materials for all PPG brands.

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Requirements:

. 4 year degree or relevant experience.

. Proven results in selling and relationship building in retail operations and contractor segment sales preferred.

. Ability to build relationships with and influence a wide array of personality types from diverse backgrounds.

. Experience with merchandising, retail operations and inventory management preferred.

. Self-directed/motivated and drive for sales results orientated.

. Solid computer skills, time management/prioritization skills, strong oral and written presentation skills.

. The regular work schedule for this position requires working Fridays and 30 Saturdays throughout the year.

. This position is based on a 45-hour work week which includes base salary and overtime.

. Up to 30% travel in territory and some outside travel required throughout the year assisting in other territories.

. Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

. The ability to lift up to 65 pounds on a periodic basis.

About Us

PPG Industries’ vision is to continue to be the world’s leading coatings and specialty Products Company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability, and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world.

PPG Architectural Coatings impressive line-up of residential, commercial, and industrial paint brands offers a wide range of choices to meet everyone's needs – from consumers to interior designers, painting contractors to property managers, and developers to architects.

Join an industry leading company!
Apply today! www.ppg.com

PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.

PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

You may request a copy of PPG’s affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap@ppg.com.

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity please see attached links:

http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/EO13665_PrescribedNondiscriminationPostingLanguage_JRFQA508c.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

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About PPG Industries Inc.

PPG's vision is to continue to be the world's leading coatings and specialty products company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction ma... more

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