Territory Sales Manager

The position will be mostly remote but will require training for 2 weeks in the Frankfort office. Will need to be somewhat local. 60% of travel will be required. Responsibilities Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve territory sales targets. Generate new leads through cold calling, networking, and other outreach methods. Manage existing accounts and cultivate long-term relationships with clients. Utilize Salesforce to track sales activities, manage customer interactions, and report on progress. Coordinate with inside sales, engineering, and operations. Provide exceptional customer service and support throughout the sales process. Essential Skills 2+ years of outside capital equipment sales experience, preferably in the food processing industry. Proven experience in lead generation and cold calling techniques. Strong account management skills with a focus on customer satisfaction. Familiarity with Salesforce for tracking sales activities. Demonstrated ability in business development and outside sales. Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to influence decision-makers. Knowledge of territory management principles to optimize coverage and effectiveness. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience managing multiple projects through completion. Experience working with various levels of management at large corporations. Background in capital equipment, specifically food processing equipment, is highly desirable. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Frankfort, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $33.65/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Frankfort,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.