Territory Manager (Field Sales/Phoenix, AZ)

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

In this role as a Territory Manager, we’ll assign you to a territory of your own in which you’ll focus to generate incremental sales, optimize shelf and store conditions, identify and address distribution opportunities, increase inventory and foster long-standing relationships with some of our partners, like Petco and PetSmart within our Pet Specialty Group.

Primary Responsibilities:

Promote/sell Purina products, including generating incremental sales
Develop/foster business relationships with key decision makers
Develop/recommend strategies designed to improve the overall efficiency of the territory and/or business activities
Optimize retail shelf and store conditions at all retail outlets
Maximize inventory at retail outlets – build stock and product displays
Execute customer-specific promotional plans
Re-stocking shelves and/or creating store displays with product that may weigh up to 50 pounds
Prepare for retail sales visits by obtaining and analyzing relevant store, product and market data

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
TERRITORY: Territory will cover your assigned city location and the surrounding area up to a 300 mile radius.
Travel: Must be able to travel 50% | This role may require up to 50% travel as business needs require. We’re following local guidelines to keep our employees safe and non-essential business travel is currently paused due to COVID-19. Please feel comfortable asking your Recruiter for more details on current essential or non-essential travel practices and policies.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Marketing preferred.
1+ years of sales experience or an internship preferred.

Skills:

Business Development; Financial Management; Selling Skills; Team Dynamics

Other Requirements:

Must currently live or relocate within territory to be considered.
Relocation assistance will be provided for those that qualify.
You are required to have a valid state driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and carry automobile insurance in the following amounts:
- $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
- $300,000 bodily injury liability per occurrence
- $50,000 property damage
Must be able to travel, including overnight as needed to run the assigned territory (3+ nights per month).

Nestlé Purina is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

Requisition ID

157772

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

In this role as a Territory Manager, we’ll assign you to a territory of your own in which you’ll focus to generate incremental sales, optimize shelf and store conditions, identify and address distribution opportunities, increase inventory and foster long-standing relationships with some of our partners, like Petco and PetSmart within our Pet Specialty Group.

Primary Responsibilities:

Promote/sell Purina products, including generating incremental sales
Develop/foster business relationships with key decision makers
Develop/recommend strategies designed to improve the overall efficiency of the territory and/or business activities
Optimize retail shelf and store conditions at all retail outlets
Maximize inventory at retail outlets – build stock and product displays
Execute customer-specific promotional plans
Re-stocking shelves and/or creating store displays with product that may weigh up to 50 pounds
Prepare for retail sales visits by obtaining and analyzing relevant store, product and market data

LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
TERRITORY: Territory will cover your assigned city location and the surrounding area up to a 300 mile radius.
Travel: Must be able to travel 50% | This role may require up to 50% travel as business needs require. We’re following local guidelines to keep our employees safe and non-essential business travel is currently paused due to COVID-19. Please feel comfortable asking your Recruiter for more details on current essential or non-essential travel practices and policies.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Marketing preferred.
1+ years of sales experience or an internship preferred.

Skills:

Business Development; Financial Management; Selling Skills; Team Dynamics

Other Requirements:

Must currently live or relocate within territory to be considered.
Relocation assistance will be provided for those that qualify.
You are required to have a valid state driver’s license, a satisfactory driving record and carry automobile insurance in the following amounts:
- $100,000 bodily injury liability per person
- $300,000 bodily injury liability per occurrence
- $50,000 property damage
Must be able to travel, including overnight as needed to run the assigned territory (3+ nights per month).

Nestlé Purina is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is looking for diversity in qualified candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

Requisition ID

157772

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Phoenix, AZ, US, 85043