LightBox

Area Sales Manager

LightBox$80K — $110K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of sales management experience in industrial or technical industries.
  • Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing sales teams.
  • Experience managing representatives and/or dealer networks.
  • Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics.
  • Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Sandler Sales System training preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a business plan to achieve sales targets.
  • Identify and pursue new market opportunities and customer segments.
  • Execute go-to-market strategies for market penetration.
  • Lead and coach the regional sales team to high performance.
  • Recruit and onboard sales personnel aligned with company values.
  • Maintain direct involvement with key accounts for satisfaction and retention.
  • Manage regional expenses within approved budgets.

Benefits

  • Full-Time, Permanent position.
  • Opportunity to work remotely.
  • Professional development support.
  • Collaboration across various departments.
  • Engagement in a culture of accountability and trust.
Full Job Description
Advertised Job Title
Area Sales Manager

Vacancy No
VN818

Employment Type
Full-Time

Position Type
Permanent

Job Profile

Area Sales Manager - APC
Chicago, IL


Job Purpose
The Area Sales Manager is responsible for driving regional sales performance, developing market opportunities, and leading a regional sales team and rep/dealer network. The role ensures profitable growth, strengthens customer relationships, and supports Camfil's strategic objectives through effective planning, leadership, and execution.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sales strategy and market development
  • Develop and implement a business plan to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth targets.
  • Identify, evaluate, and pursue new market opportunities and customer segments.
  • Execute structured go-to-market strategies to penetrate new and existing markets.
  • Maintain current knowledge of customer needs, industry trends, and competitive activity.

Sales Team Leadership and Performance Management
  • Lead, coach, and develop the regional sales team and rep/dealer network to achieve high performance.
  • Recruit, assess, and onboard sales personnel with Camfil's values and competencies.
  • Establish clear performance goals, activity standards, and accountability measures.
  • Conduct regular coaching sessions, performance reviews, and corrective action as needed.
  • Address performance gaps promptly and constructively.

Customer and Key Account Management
  • Maintain direct involvement with key accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Support sales personnel in developing proposals, presentations, and strategic account plans.
  • Represent Camfil APC professionally in all customer and partner interactions.

Operational and Financial Management
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
  • Manage regional expenses within approved budgets.
  • Provide accurate sales forecasts, reports, and market intelligence to senior leadership.
  • Monitor and analyze sales performance metrics to support decision-making.

Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with internal departments (Engineering, Customer Service, Operations, Marketing, etc.) to ensure seamless customer experience.
  • Promote effective communication and collaboration across organizational levels.
  • Model professionalism, organizational discipline, and strong work habits.

Education and Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of sales management experience, preferably in industrial, air pollution control, dust collection, or related technical industries.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and developing high-performing sales teams.
  • Experience managing representative and/or dealer networks.
  • Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics.
  • Ability to sell based on value rather than price.
  • Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., ACT) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Sandler Sales System training preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Directly leads a regional sales team and manages relationships with independent representatives and dealers.
  • Responsible for hiring, training, performance management, and development of personnel.

Leadership Competencies (Aligned with Camfil Leadership Model)

Business Leadership
  • Drives results through effective planning, execution, and market development.
  • Translates strategy into actionable business plans.
  • Provides accurate forecasting and market insights.
  • Manages budgets and controls expenses responsibly.

People Leadership
  • Builds capable teams and fosters a culture of accountability and engagement.
  • Coaches and develops sales personnel to achieve performance expectations.
  • Addresses performance issues promptly and constructively.
  • Promotes collaboration, trust, and continuous learning.

Personal Excellence
  • Models Camfil's values, ethics, and Code of Conduct.
  • Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.
  • Builds strong internal and external relationships.
  • Communicates clearly and respectfully across all levels.
  • Pursues ongoing personal and leadership development.


Country
USA

Work Location
Jonesboro

Job Location Type
Remote

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