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Area Sales Manager

SalesSalesFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 10,001+Since 1910H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Illinois + 6 moreAll locations: Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, Minnesota, Missouri, Wisconsin

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Develop and execute a territory-specific sales plan to exceed sales targets and revenue goals. • Build strong relationships with key industrial end users, driving direct sales opportunities. • Support and drive distributor/channel partner performance through training, joint visits, and strategy alignment. • Utilize air audit and AirSuite programs to identify energy-saving and productivity-enhancing opportunities for customers. • Deliver impactful “Lunch and Learn” presentations to educate high-potential end user groups. • Leverage market research tools to identify prospective customers and track opportunities using CRM systems. • Communicate and implement marketing campaigns and product updates to end users and distributors. • Provide timely feedback to Sales and Product Management teams on customer needs, market trends, and competitive activity. • Maintain consistent communication and collaboration with internal teams to align on customer support and sales initiatives. • Ensure all sales activities align with the company’s commercial strategy and brand standards.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or equivalent professional experience.
  • 7-10+ years experience B2B sales in an industrial or technical sales environment.
  • Strong background in direct sales to industrial end users.
  • Experience in managing and supporting distribution networks/channel partners.
  • Direct experience in the industrial equipment or air compressor industry.
  • Demonstrated success in sales to industrial end users and strategic accounts.
  • Proven ability to research, penetrate, and win new business in competitive markets.
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills with a consultative selling approach.
  • Track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in a multi-state territory.
  • Ability to influence distributor sales teams and improve their performance.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and goal-driven with a passion for customer success.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
  • Experience with CRM systems such as Salesforce or equivalent.
  • Willingness and ability to travel approximately 60%, including overnight travel.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Remote work options

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