Territory Manager

Territory Manager# Patterson Careers## Territory Manager Apply:
Valparaiso, IN:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R111603
**** Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
**** One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.

As a Territory Manager you are responsible for the maintenance and expansion of your assigned customer base within an assigned territory for veterinary supplies, products, & programs. This includes achieving annual sales, revenue, and gross profit goals within a specified territory.  
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* ** Building connections for healthier communities
** Patterson Companies and our dedicated teams create healthier communities by building strong partnerships, one person at a time. We connect expertise to inspired ideas, products and services while creating a relevant, memorable difference in the lives of our clients and their customers.

As a market leading animal health and dental company, we supply technology, products and equipment, as well as marketing, support and logistics services across North America and the U.K.  
** Responsibilities:
*** Regularly visit veterinary offices, labs, and institutions within a defined sales territory to achieve budgeted sales volume and other established goals.
* Maintains and further develops established accounts, and develops new accounts to increase market penetration.
* Actively prospects, pursues, and closes equipment and technology sales in assigned territory.
* Responsible for maintaining and growing existing consumables base.
* Responsible for generating leads for technology offerings, exclusive products, and capital equipment.
* Prepare presentations and price quotes for customers.
* Must be able to meet forecasted goals.
* Promotes Patterson Vet marketing programs & demonstrates new products.
* Participates in and supports meetings and activities as requested by the Branch Manager, Region and/or General office.
* Performs other Veterinary Pharmaceutical Sales Representative duties as assigned.  
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* Minimum Qualifications:

** Candidates must possess
** ONE
* * or more of the following:
* Three or more years of experience in business to business sales or
* Three or more years of experience in the HEALTH/VETERINARY industry  
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Prior direct, retail, or telephone sales experience
* Knowledge of veterinary industry (or experience)
* PC skills required including knowledge of spreadsheets & word processing software
* Ability to analyze financial information
* Skillful negotiation and presentation abilities
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What's In It For You:

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
* Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program
* 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan
* Educational Assistance Program
* Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave
* Life Works (Employee Assistance Program)
* Patterson Perks Program##
** Compensation:
** This position is paid on a commission basis.## EEO Statement Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.