Territory Manager (MN, ND, SD, NE) at Hankook Tire America Corp.

<p><strong>Company Overview</strong></p> <p>Hankook Tire &amp; Technology is a global leader in high-performance tire manufacturing, founded in 1941 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. As <strong>the world’s seventh-largest tire producer,&nbsp;</strong>Hankook operates advanced manufacturing facilities and offices in North America, including its U.S. headquarters in downtown Nashville, TN, and a state-of-the-art production plant in Clarksville, TN. The company delivers innovative tire solutions for passenger vehicles, trucks, motorsports, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) worldwide.</p> <ul> <li><strong>Global Innovation:&nbsp;</strong>Pioneering innovative technologies and eco-friendly manufacturing practices.&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Career Growth:&nbsp;</strong>Opportunities for internal mobility, leadership development, and continued learning.</li> <li><strong>Employee-Focused Benefits:&nbsp;</strong>Competitive health coverage, 401(k) with match, paid time off, ten paid holidays per year and employee discounts on tires.</li> <li><strong>Inclusive Culture:&nbsp;</strong>Committed to diversity, teamwork, and sustainability</li> </ul> <p><strong>Position Identification</strong></p> <ul> <li>Job Title – Territory Manager – Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota</li> <li>Job Function - Sales</li> <li>Report to – Regional Director – Midwest Region</li> </ul> <p><strong>Job Purpose</strong></p> <p>As Hankook Tire’s brand awareness grows, it is an exciting time to join our sales team as a Territory Manager representing one of the fastest growing tire brands in America.&nbsp; The Territory Manager strives to achieve assigned territory sales goals through partnerships with tire wholesalers, distributors and dealers.</p> <p><strong>Key Accountabilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Act as primary contact for Hankook Tire America to dealer network within geographic area as assigned</li> <li>Inform dealers of all essential Hankook programs, policies and new products</li> <li>Handle all dealer issues and concerns, maintaining excellent customer service</li> <li>Train and work with dealer personnel as required</li> <li>Obtain current market information and trends in order to maintain awareness of competition</li> <li>Establish Hankook Tire brand awareness</li> <li>Prospect new business</li> <li>Monitor territory sales performance</li> <li>Submit all reports as required</li> <li>Attend industry trade shows as needed</li> <li>Any other duties/responsibilities as assigned by Management</li> </ul> <p><strong>Level of Accountabilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Responsible for managing sales for a specific geographic territory</li> <li>Builds relationships with decision makers at wholesalers, distributors, and dealers<strong> </strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Core Competencies</strong></p> <ul> <li>Computer skills</li> <li>Communication skills</li> <li>Organizational and follow-up skills<strong> </strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>High School diploma required, college preferred&nbsp;</li> <li>Minimum 5 years outside sales experience</li> <li>Valid driver’s license</li> <li>Industry experience required</li> <li>Must be able to travel 70% of the time&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Must live or be willing to relocate to Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota</strong></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position.&nbsp; They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.</em></p> <p><em>Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.</em></p>