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    Territory Sales Manager – Northern California

    Open Farm Pet

    🇺🇸 United States
    Remote
    E-Commerce
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    Posted 3 weeks ago
    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    E-Commerce

    Source

    himalayas

    About this role

    About Us

    At Open Farm we are transforming the way people feed their pets, with a focus on producing premium, healthy food and treats, all ethically sourced from farm-to-bowl. Headquartered in Toronto and with team members across the US, Open Farm is one of the fastest growing CPG companies in North America.

    We believe that the best foods are made with consciously sourced, top-quality ingredients from farmers and fisheries who believe in doing good for all animals and the environment.

    Role Description:Reporting to the Regional Director of Sales, a Territory Sales Manager plays a key role in driving sales performance, accelerating market expansion, and building brand presence in both existing and new territories. We're seeking an exceptional candidate responsible for executing strategies that grow Open Farm's retail footprint in Northern California.

    The focus will be to strengthen relationships with key accounts and retailers, and ensure our products are well represented and top-of-mind for consumers in the retail space.A Territory Sales Manager directly contributes to the company's overall growth by identifying new business opportunities, optimizing sales channels, and executing sales and retail initiatives that enhance visibility and market share across the region.

    A Territory Sales Manager also act as a brand ambassador - inspiring retailers, distributors, and cusotmers alike to champion Open Farm's mission and products.

    Responsibilities:Sales Optimization Drive Territory Growth: Consistently meet and exceed sales targets by implementing strategic initiatives that fuel revenue growth and strengthen Open Farm’s market position. Strategic Forecasting & Planning: Develop forward-looking territory plans grounded in data, insights, and market trends to ensure alignment with company goals and long-term growth strategies.

    Effective Budget Stewardship: Manage budgets related to travel, promotions, and customer engagement with a focus on maximizing ROI and supporting i

    Commission Structure

    Base Salary

    Not disclosed — ask in interview

    Commission

    Structure not specified

    Ramp Period

    Not mentioned — clarify timeline

    Accelerators

    Yes

    Selling Motion

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Territory

    Geographic

    Region-based territory assignment

    Requirements at a Glance

    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Master's/MBA·Required

    Typical Day — Sales Manager

    Executive deal support3–5/week
    Forecast & commit2×/week
    Strategic deal coaching3–5/week

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    E-Commerce — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    14–60 days (SMB merchants) · 2–6 months (enterprise retail)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "Platform migration is too risky mid-season"
    • "Our current solution is "good enough""
    • "Need to see ROI within first quarter"
    • "Integration with our fulfillment stack"

    Key Industry Metrics

    GMV (Gross Merchandise Value)Conversion RateAOV (Average Order Value)CAC:LTV RatioReturn RateCart Abandonment Rate

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • Social commerce and TikTok Shop
    • • AI-powered personalization
    • • Headless commerce architecture
    • • Same-day delivery expectations

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Territory-Sales-Management
    Sales
    Retail-Sales
    Field-Sales
    Business-Development
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    How do you coach underperforming reps?

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    How do you structure onboarding for new hires?

    Template question
    Research Open Farm Pet's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare 2-3 specific deal stories with quantifiable outcomes
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    Sales leadership roles require balancing individual contributor revenue with team performance management.

    Understanding digital marketing and conversion funnels adds significant leverage.

    This remote-friendly role provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a e-commerce market.

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