Territory Manager

• Customer Service
• Management
• Sales

Closing date: Wednesday 27th September 2017

Job Details

Territory Manager

Closing Date for Applicants:
Wednesday 27th September 2017

Territory Manager

North Europe (UK & Nordics)

Background - Today, Ariat is the largest equestrian performance and lifestyle brand world wide specialising in English, Western, Outdoor, Work segments. Ariat have revolutionized traditional riding boots for equestrian athletes with athletic shoe technology, superior fit, comfort and performance and is worn by top riders around the world.

The Role

You will be fully responsible for managing and supporting our teams across the North Europe region, delivering growth and improving service levels to our customer. You will have outstanding skills in the managing of sales teams and a proven track record of success in delivery strategy.

Our Nordic accounts are managed from the UK office but there will be a need for market visits within the territory.

Outline of Responsibilities

• Prepare and own with the Vice President of Sales & Marketing the Strategic plan for the territory.
• Being at the heart of the business to connect with all departments, this will involve frequent time at the EMEA Head office (Oxfordshire).
• Set sales forecasts for the fiscal year/monthly with the VP of Sales & Marketing at Territory, Area & Product group level.
• Manage and mentor our sales teams to achieve the short and long term business KPI's
• Execute a structured selling process with responsibility for specific Key accounts and ensure field accounts are covered in an efficient and successful manner.

Your Profile

• You will have proven talent in successfully executing sales and team management in your current position for an Equestrian, Sports, Outdoor or Country brand and you are looking for a new career opportunity with a strong brand within a dynamic growing segment.
• You will have a strong passion for delivering strategic goals and an understanding of operating in a premium environment.
• Passion for product is a must along with great communication skills and a customer first attitude.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic team in a growing business and represent this leading brand. You can add your ideas to our long term strategy whilst working hard to grow our market share.

Attractive package includes basic salary and commission, bonus incentives plus Company car, business expenses.

Closing date 30 October 2017

Applications - Please send your application, detailed CV and covering letter to:

Stephen Hodder, Ariat Europe Ltd, Princes Manor Barn, Reading Road, Harwell, OX11 0LU  

stephen.hodder@ariat.com