Territory Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Territory Manager jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport, where companies like Sysco, Shell, and Ochsner Health maintain strong regional operations and hire at every level from associate rep to senior territory manager. The most in-demand specialties are medical device and pharmaceutical sales, food and beverage distribution, and industrial equipment, reflecting Louisiana's healthcare systems and energy-linked manufacturing base. Openings are active across the Gulf Coast corridor year-round, making Louisiana one of the more consistent markets in the South for territory-focused sales roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
Join Our Community of Food People!
The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage established as well as new customers, by selling food and non-food items to achieve sales and profitability goals. Primary areas of responsibilities are:- Primary owner of customer relationship
- Selling, and engaging customers in value added activities.
- Leveraging other resources to assist with top penetration opportunities and new accounts opening USF has a comprehensive training program for the Territory Manager position. In many cases, newly-hired TMs will be classified as TM Unassigned (E8072) until the employee successfully completes the training program and is assigned to a territory. After that, the employee may be moved into the TM (E7172) role.
Territory Manager
At US Foods® we help our customers make it with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. We are passionate about demonstrating the same commitment to helping our employees make it through continued professional growth opportunities and broad career path potential. As a Territory Manager, you help developing and established customers leverage our various services, optimize their product usage and maximize their profits.
Why US Foods?
Our Customers' success goes far beyond great food. At US Foods, we work to exceed expectations and give our customers the competitive edge they need. At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and commitment to service.
At US Foods®, we are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work. If you join our team, we provide flexibility and options to fit every stage of your career.
Main Ingredients of the Job
- Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model.
- Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (e.g., delivery mis picks, short on loads, stock-outs).
- Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
- Leverage other resources to assist with top penetration opportunities and new accounts opening.
- Develop new business; identify prospective customers by utilizing market intelligence databases, as well as business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.
- Know the market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
- Drive motor vehicle to existing customers, and prospects, to ensure product delivery, which may include lifting/carrying up to 75lbs.
What You Bring to the Table
- One+ year of sales (foodservice industry preferred) or culinary/restaurant management experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as customer service and presentation abilities
- Motor vehicle record in good standing
- Problem solving ability and negotiation skills
- Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Office products
- HS Diploma or equivalent
Military Skills and Experience Crosswalk: Distribution Management Specialist or Officer, Culinary Specialist ,1st Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Visit O*Net to see how your service aligns with US Foods roles: www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
This role will also receive incentive compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The initial expected base rate for this role is between
***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
Join Our Community of Food People!
The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage established as well as new customers, by selling food and non-food items to achieve sales and profitability goals. Primary areas of responsibilities are:- Primary owner of customer relationship
- Selling, and engaging customers in value added activities.
- Leveraging other resources to assist with top penetration opportunities and new accounts opening USF has a comprehensive training program for the Territory Manager position. In many cases, newly-hired TMs will be classified as TM Unassigned (E8072) until the employee successfully completes the training program and is assigned to a territory. After that, the employee may be moved into the TM (E7172) role.
Territory Manager
At US Foods® we help our customers make it with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. We are passionate about demonstrating the same commitment to helping our employees make it through continued professional growth opportunities and broad career path potential. As a Territory Manager, you help developing and established customers leverage our various services, optimize their product usage and maximize their profits.
Why US Foods?
Our Customers' success goes far beyond great food. At US Foods, we work to exceed expectations and give our customers the competitive edge they need. At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and commitment to service.
At US Foods®, we are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work. If you join our team, we provide flexibility and options to fit every stage of your career.
Main Ingredients of the Job
- Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model.
- Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department; troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (e.g., delivery mis picks, short on loads, stock-outs).
- Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
- Leverage other resources to assist with top penetration opportunities and new accounts opening.
- Develop new business; identify prospective customers by utilizing market intelligence databases, as well as business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.
- Know the market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
- Drive motor vehicle to existing customers, and prospects, to ensure product delivery, which may include lifting/carrying up to 75lbs.
What You Bring to the Table
- One+ year of sales (foodservice industry preferred) or culinary/restaurant management experience
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as customer service and presentation abilities
- Motor vehicle record in good standing
- Problem solving ability and negotiation skills
- Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Office products
- HS Diploma or equivalent
Military Skills and Experience Crosswalk: Distribution Management Specialist or Officer, Culinary Specialist ,1st Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers
Visit O*Net to see how your service aligns with US Foods roles: www.onetonline.org/crosswalk/MOC/
This role will also receive incentive compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The initial expected base rate for this role is between
***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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Where Louisiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Territory Manager Job Market in Louisiana
A snapshot from current Louisiana openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in territory manager jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required by most employers
- Two or more years of outside sales or account management experience in a relevant industry
- Valid Louisiana driver's license and clean driving record for regular territory travel
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed assigned sales quotas and revenue targets
- Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce or HubSpot for pipeline management
- Strong knowledge of Louisiana's regional markets, distributors, or healthcare networks preferred
Territory Manager Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a territory manager in Louisiana?
Most territory manager roles in Louisiana require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a field related to the industry you want to sell into. No state-issued license applies to the territory manager title itself, but roles in pharmaceutical or medical device sales often require employer-sponsored credentialing, and those in alcohol or food distribution may require familiarity with Louisiana's Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control regulations. Employers across Louisiana's healthcare, energy, and distribution sectors typically want candidates who already know the regional customer base.
How much do territory managers make in Louisiana?
Territory managers in Louisiana earn a median of about $110,700 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,040 for the lowest 10% to over $217,600 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire territory managers in Louisiana?
Companies currently hiring territory managers in Louisiana include ClearCaptions, IQVIA, and EquipmentShare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Louisiana's concentration of healthcare systems, petrochemical firms, and food distribution networks means steady demand from both national companies with Gulf Coast operations and regional employers headquartered in the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most territory manager jobs?
New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Louisiana lead Louisiana for territory manager openings. New Orleans anchors demand through its healthcare systems, hospitality supply chains, and port-linked distribution, while Baton Rouge draws hiring from petrochemical manufacturers, state government contractors, and major medical campuses, and Shreveport serves as the commercial hub for northwest Louisiana's energy and retail sectors.
Are there remote territory manager jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they're rare. Territory manager work is inherently field-based, requiring regular in-person visits to accounts, which limits full-remote arrangements. About 84% of territory manager openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those that do offer flexibility tend to be in software or SaaS sales where customer meetings happen virtually rather than on-site.
How can I get hired as a territory manager in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting in an inside sales or sales development role with a large Louisiana employer, then moving into a territory-based position after proving your numbers. Companies like Sysco's New Orleans division and regional medical distributors across Baton Rouge frequently promote from within. Candidates who complete a pharma or medical device manufacturer's associate representative program gain a strong advantage. A portfolio documenting client growth, even from retail or customer-facing work, accelerates that transition considerably.
Where can I find and apply to territory manager jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to territory manager jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's major metros and industries. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one without any additional steps required.
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