AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $3B in revenue, and employ approximately 11,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity. What We Offer: Flexible time off policy 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar) Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company! Job Summary The Territory Sales Manager (TSM) is responsible for maximizing revenue and accelerating growth of targeted products within a defined territory. The TSM will build and sustain strong relationships at key accounts providing sales and sales support of AFL’s products in the enterprise market. Success in this role means consistently meeting or exceeding annual sales targets while strategically expanding market share across the assigned territory. Responsibilities Territory Development and Prospecting: Identify and qualify new leads within the assigned territory - cold outreach, networking, and call/visit cadence planning to ensure consistent engagement across the area. Conduct sales calls to implement account and/or target market strategies as developed with the Regional Sales Manager, and in support of AFL’s business objectives. Learn and maintain a high level of knowledge regarding AFL’s products and their applications to effectively communicate with customers. Act in a consultative role to the customer to ensure that they can easily order, install, and add value to their internal programs with our products. Establish sources to provide information or competitive pricing, market activities, transaction usage and other information about the assigned account(s) or target markets. Participate in national, regional, and local trade shows and/or conferences in accordance with the account or target market strategy. Customer Relationship Management: Serve as the primary contact for existing and potential customers - build rapport, address inquiries, and respond promptly. Conduct on-site client meetings and presentations, directly managing interactions with customers to showcase products, address questions, and build strong, trust-based relationships. Maintain sufficient knowledge of customer’s business to recognize and anticipate opportunities and be perceived by the customer as a problem solver. Manage the flow of information and communications between AFL and customers in accordance with the account strategy, with the objective of improving customer relationships. Sales Execution and Support: Execute assigned sales activities in alignment with territory plans - taking ownership of outreach strategies, client presentations, and deal progression. Track and manage sales pipeline using CRM tools - enter leads, update status, and ensure forecast and data accuracy to support integrated business planning. Sales Reporting
Read Less
