Georgia Territory Sales Manager

With over 100 years of corporate development and experience, Jowat is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of industrial adhesives. We have a highly motivated team of 1400 employees worldwide and are proud to provide our customers with innovative adhesive solutions in a number of markets.

Territory Sales Manager- Industrial and Woodworking Adhesives

We are seeking a results-driven and strategic Territory Sales Manager to join our sales team. In this role, you are responsible for managing and growing sales within a designated geographic area, developing strong customer relationships, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate is a proactive, goal-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering value to clients. You will play a key role in driving sales growth by fostering strong relationships with key contacts and users of Industrial Adhesive. Markets include edge banding, profile wrapping, mattress manufacturing, 3D lamination, and flat lamination.

Day-in-the-life and your responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance relationships with existing customers, while cultivating sales growth with new customers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and referrals.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of our industrial and woodworking adhesives and services.
• Build strong relationships with distributors and other key stakeholders in the industrial and woodworking industries.
• Use value selling techniques while working with customers to find their unmet needs.
• Utilize the company’s CRM tool to track, maintain accurate records, and manage sales activities.
• Monitor and analyze sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
• Attend trade shows, conferences, and industry events to promote the company and generate leads.

Our requirements:

• Travel through the territory of: Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
• Willingness to travel within the assigned territory up to 50% of the time.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an adhesive or technical sales role.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Be self-motivated and independent.
• Valid driver’s license in the State in which you reside.

Benefits of working at Jowat:

• Base salary plus commission
• 401(K) with a match
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, FSA)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid vacation
• 9 paid holidays
• Company Contribution to HSA

About Jowat and our global presence:

The Jowat Group, a medium-sized, family-owned enterprise, is one of the top adhesive manufacturers around the world. Tradition and experience from over 100 years of corporate development allow us to serve as the leading company in adhesive technologies and innovations in numerous markets and areas of application. Our reputation as an innovative leader is made possible by the commitment and competence of our employees, the adhesive experts who always find the perfect solution for our customers. As a new member of the Jowat team, you will continue to advance our reputation by providing the optimal solutions to further the company’s goals.

Jowat Corporation was formed in High Point, North Carolina as a part of the global Jowat group in 1979. The High Point location serves as the headquarters for all operations in the Americas. The parent company, Jowat SE in Germany, was founded in 1919 and has a total of 6 manufacturing sites around the world.

With over 200 million pounds of adhesive produced each year, Jowat serves as one of the leading suppliers in the industry. Our products are used in a variety of applications, including woodworking, furniture manufacturing, paper and packaging, electrical, textile, automotive, and graphic art. A network of 26 sales organizations and various partners around the globe mean unparalleled service from the company. In the Americas, we employ around 225 people. Together, our talented teams drive growth in the industry through agility, collaboration, and innovation.