Territory manager Jobs in Visalia, CA

Dairy Territory Account Manager, US Farm Animal

As a Dairy Territory Account Manager, you'll create demand and secure sales by delivering and demonstrating the value of Elanco Animal Health products to direct customers and influencers. As a Territory Account Manager, you'll manage the territory through a yearly action plan, account plans, expense management and appropriate communications consistent with Elanco's business unit marketing and sales objectives. The sales territory consists of Dairy customers, veterinarians, nutritionists, feed companies and distribution contacts.

Your Responsibilities:

• Understand customer needs to provide valuable solutions through Elanco products, ensuring a customer-centric approach in all interactions.
• Conduct thorough territory planning and analysis, including account planning and budget management, to optimize sales strategies and achieve targets.
• Demonstrate strong cross-functional collaboration skills by working seamlessly across teams, internally and externally, with effective communication to drive shared goals.
• Advance business opportunities for customers and Elanco by gaining a deep understanding of complex customers and influencers within the Dairy industry
• Maintain a data-driven approach, constantly benchmarking and understanding customer needs, with an active listening and can-do attitude to drive results.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, agriculture or agricultural related field or High School Diploma/ GED with equivalent level of experience
• Required Experience: 3+ years of experience and knowledge of the Dairy industry
• Previous experience with Veterinary and/or Nutritional professions/industry
• Previous sales experience with the Dairy industry experience
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco Animal Health does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Prior experience in sales within the Dairy industry, demonstrating a solid understanding of the sector.
• Candidates with strong leadership skills will be highly regarded, showcasing the ability to lead and drive sales initiatives effectively.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• A strong passion for animal agriculture and specifically the Dairy business is desired, reflecting genuine enthusiasm and commitment to the industry.
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, dairy management and feeding software
• Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, concepts related to dairy sustainability and carbon markets

Additional Information:

• Territory: Tulare, California
• Location: Successful candidate should reside in the south valley of CA (Between Visalia and Bakersfield)
• Travel: Up to 50%

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages
• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $68,700 to $114,500 depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status