Territory Sales Manager

Since 1973, Parts Authority has established itself as a premier national distributor specializing in automotive replacement parts, professional tools and equipment, and transmission systems. Operating from our headquarters on Long Island, New York, we've experienced significant expansion and currently maintain over 300 locations across 24 states, including Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Washington DC, and Wisconsin.

Our growth strategy combines internal development with strategic acquisitions—we've successfully integrated more than a dozen companies in recent years. With an extensive inventory exceeding 3 million parts that cover over 125 million vehicle applications, we guarantee our customers can access the components they need exactly when they need them.

What sets us apart is our people. Parts Authority employs a dedicated team of professionally trained, knowledgeable counter specialists who excel at identifying the precise parts and optimal brands for every application.

We stock premium brands for both domestic and foreign vehicles, partnering with over 400 global suppliers including industry leaders such as AC Delco, Motorcraft, Denso, Bosch, KYB, Monroe, Gates, Dorman, and Exide.

Every member of our organization contributes meaningfully to our collective success. As we continue our aggressive expansion, we're seeking a driven, self-directed professional to join us as a Territory Sales Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

Revenue Development & Market Expansion

• Meet and exceed assigned sales objectives
• Prospect for and develop new business opportunities
• Design and implement territory-specific market development strategies
• Acquire and onboard new commercial customer accounts

Client Partnership & Satisfaction

• Cultivate long-term customer loyalty and retention
• Monitor and elevate service delivery standards
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally
• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with automotive shop proprietors

People Management & Development

• Drive team performance toward established objectives
• Enhance overall team efficiency and effectiveness

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Operations teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
• Ensure alignment from initial sale through final product delivery

Strategic Planning & Account Management

• Perform comprehensive market research and competitive analysis
• Develop and execute targeted business action plans
• Oversee relationships with high-value strategic accounts

Compliance & Workplace Standards

• Maintain adherence to company policies and procedures
• Support loss prevention initiatives
• Promote and ensure a safe working environment

• Required Experience

  4 years of prior automotive hard parts repair, industrial power equipment, marine engine/power generation or agricultural power equipment industry experience, PREFERABLY with documented experience or certification in basic engine repair (such as A.S.E. A1, A8, A9, C1, L1, L2, L3, MIL2, P1,P2, S2, T1 OR T2 certifications; current or prior certifications acceptable for consideration with documentation)

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    Demonstrated success in external sales and team leadership roles

  • Proficiency in analyzing sales metrics, profit and loss statements, and gross margin data

•  Essential Skills

  Microsoft Office Competency (Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams)

  Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software competency (i.e. Salesforce, Zoho CRM, HubSpot, Microsoft Dynamics 365)

  Google Apps Competency (Gmail, Meet, Chat, Calendar, Sheets, Docs, Slides)

  Detailed knowledge of internal combustion engine design, operation and components.

  Working knowledge of internal combustion engine repair and component machining processes, preferably with additional knowledge of performance aftermarket engine and drivetrain modification.

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities
  • Strong negotiation and persuasion capabilities
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively throughout assigned territory (typically 50% or more) with regular overnight travel greater than 40%

Some of the benefits of being a part of our growing Parts Authority family:

• Medical Coverage
• Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Short Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Long Term Disability Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Account
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• ID Theft Insurance
• Legal Plan Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays, Sick and Vacation
• Profit Sharing/401 (k) Plan
• Employee Discounts on Merchandise