District Sales Manager - Midwest Region - Manufacturing

• Description

Are you passionate about complex machinery? Do you enjoy working closely with manufacturing processes and customers to deliver smart, technical solutions?

If so, we are looking for a driven District Sales Manager to join our team.

What We Offer:

• Great benefits
• Travel Support
• Employee Recognition through Service Award Point System with Amazon.
• Training Development

In addition to base compensation, the Sales Manager is eligible for commission and monthly car allowance of $600 (taxable).  The total compensation including base/commission/car allowance is about $120k.  

What the Ideal Candidate will do:

• Develop and manage new and existing customer relationships within midwest territory (IL, IN, IA, KY, MI, OH, TN, etc.). 
• Execute territory and account sales plans, including forecasting and reporting.
• Travel extensively throughout territory (4+ days/week) to conduct sales calls and build customer relationships.
• Present, demonstrate, and recommend machinery solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Partner with Applications and Engineering teams to deliver technical solutions, training, and support.
• Represent the company at sales seminars, trade shows, and industry events.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and product developments to support sales and marketing strategy.
• Manage manufacturer representative relationships within territory.
• Maintain accurate forecasts, expenses, and administrative documentation.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States (U.S. Person requirement).
• Associate’s degree in a technical, industrial, or engineering discipline preferred, or equivalent experience.  
• 3–5 years of sales experience in a related industry, ideally involving machinery, parts, or manufacturing processes; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively, 80%+ within the assigned territory, with occasional international travel. Ideal candidates are located in the Midwest, preferably near Chicago, IL.
• Proven negotiation skills, including experience with pricing, contract terms, and value-based selling.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing quotes, technical documentation, and related materials.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Excellent verbal communication, math, and computer skills. Experience with CMS/ERP systems preferred; Salesforce experience is strongly preferred.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently while taking initiative in a fast-paced environment.