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Vontier District Manager - Eau Claire, WI (District 1341) in Eau Claire, Wisconsin
Introduction: Are you a natural leader with an unwavering commitment to integrity? Do you thrive on inspiring others and helping them achieve greatness? If so, we invite you to consider the role of District Manager at Matco Tools.
What You Will Do:
As a District Manager, you’ll oversee a dynamic territory spanning the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, northern Wisconsin, and areas east of St. Paul. Your responsibilities will include:
Coaching and Support:
Provide daily coaching to a team of 15+ mobile automotive tool distributors/franchisee owners.
Accompany them on pre-scheduled customer route sales calls, offering guidance and motivation.
Sales and Business Management:
Offer ongoing sales and business management coaching to distributors, helping them achieve their goals.
Analyze business data before sales calls to drive performance improvements and overall operational excellence.
Franchisee Recruitment:
Survey, recruit, and qualify potential franchisee prospects for available territories.
Present the benefits of Matco’s Tool Distribution Franchise, handle objections, and close deals.
Liaison and Communication:
Act as a liaison between franchisees and corporate departments (customer service, financial services, sales, etc.).
Facilitate effective communication to ensure smooth operations and address any challenges.
Business Reviews and Recommendations:
Conduct formal business reviews with franchisees.
Identify cause-and-effect relationships, provide actionable countermeasures, and recommend specific, detailed actions for improvement.
Sales Management and Reporting:
Utilize MS Office tools for tracking sales results, managing automotive tools inventory, and creating franchisee sales presentations.
Collaboration:
Work closely with the Regional Sales Manager and other District Sales Managers to share best practices and drive collective success.
Sales Experience:
You bring 5 years of sales experience , demonstrating your ability to drive revenue and build client relationships. Your background in field/route sales, sales management , or automotive tool franchise is a significant advantage.
Education : You hold a high school diploma , which is a requirement. Additionally, a Bachelor’s degree would be desirable for career advancement.
Home-Based Work : You thrive in a home-based work environment. Using a company laptop, you access a wealth of tools and resources to excel in your role.
Territory Navigation : You’re adept at navigating your assigned territory, holding a valid driver’s license and insurance.
Travel Flexibility : You’re prepared for up to 5 hours of daily travel , including occasional overnights (3 or 4 per month) within your territory.
Communication Skills : Your excellent verbal communication and presentation skills empower you to connect with clients effectively.
Sales Coaching : You possess strong sales coaching abilities, motivating and guiding others toward success.
Entrepreneurial Mindset : As a highly disciplined, independent , and confident self-starter, you embrace an entrepreneurial spirit.
Integrity and Leadership : Your uncompromising personal integrity aligns with your role as a humble , tenacious , and professional leader .
Tech Proficiency : You have basic MS Office knowledge , and intermediate proficiency would be advantageous.
Physical Stamina : You can lift up to 50 pounds (with or without accommodations) and handle the physical demands of climbing on and off a mobile tool truck.
Full-Time Commitment : The position is a salaried + commission, full-time role , requiring a minimum of 40 hours per week and potentially more based on your personal goals and circumstances.
Matco Tools, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vontier Corporation, is a distributor of quality professional automotive equipment, tools, and toolboxes. Matco began operation in 1946 and, since 1979, has sold products directly to professional mechanics, enthusiasts, and those who value quality tools through a network of independent franchised mobile distributors who operate in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
BENEFITS
Annual bonuses/incentives (depending on position)
Immediate company benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)
401k with company match
401k defined contribution after 1 year of service
High level of employee engagement
Employee discounts
15 days vacation + 4 floating holidays + 8 paid holidays
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan payment assistance
Annual Day of Caring for employees to volunteer
Discounts on tools
Annual team-building events
WHO IS VONTIER
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting critical mobility and multi-energy technologies and solutions to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe, and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by over 8,500 colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com .
"Vontier Corporation and all Vontier Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."