PPG
PPG
PPG develops and supplies paints, coatings, and specialty materials for customers across automotive, logistics, food and beverage, construction, transportation, industrial, and consumer markets. Founded in 1883, the company operates internationally and focuses its work on innovation, sustainability, and protecting and enhancing the products, infrastructure, and spaces people use every day. PPG’s global workforce supports a broad range of operations and career opportunities across its materials and coatings business.

Territory Sales Manager, Automotive Refinish – California Remote

Lead PPG’s automotive refinish sales across the Bakersfield and Fresno markets in Central California. Manage distributors, collision-center accounts, territory performance, and customer-focused operational improvements.

Description

  • Grow the Central California territory, including the Bakersfield and Fresno markets.
  • Deliver market insights and strategic direction that support business goals.
  • Engage end users and executives to build long-term growth and align customers with PPG’s strategic priorities.
  • Meet regional, zone, and national sales and service targets.
  • Develop relationships with key accounts, including dealerships, regional MSOs, and independent collision centers.
  • Meet annual sales targets while controlling costs, receivables, and expenses within plan.
  • Assess customer needs, regional market conditions, and PPG business strategies.
  • Expand PPG Refinish product sales through distribution channels.
  • Strengthen distributor partnerships through sales management, training, and account support.
  • Apply collision-center and fleet-operations expertise to improve profitability, cycle time, and efficiency.
  • Use data and analytics to inform decisions and improve customer results.
  • Partner across teams to capture market opportunities and provide a strong customer experience.
  • Work as an individual contributor on a regional sales team, reporting to the Senior Regional Sales Manager.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • At least five years of successful sales experience, including a record of consultative selling.
  • Experience in automotive refinish or a related industry.
  • Availability to travel throughout the assigned territory, including approximately 25% overnight travel.
  • Ability to communicate product value effectively for each prospect.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM tools.

Benefits

  • Quarterly sales incentive bonus plan.
  • Medical insurance coverage.
  • Dental insurance coverage.
  • Vision insurance coverage.
  • Family leave.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Career growth and development opportunities.
  • Ongoing learning opportunities.
  • Workplace accommodations for disabilities.

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