Federal Signal Corporation

Director of Sales

Federal Signal Corporation$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of sales experience with 2+ years in a leadership role
  • Proven track record of achieving sales goals
  • Experience in managing customer relationships
  • Industry background in equipment rental, heavy equipment, or manufacturing preferred
  • Strong organization and time management skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate the sales team to meet performance goals
  • Develop and execute strategic sales and business growth plans
  • Build strong customer relationships and resolve escalated concerns
  • Oversee sales operations including forecasting and budgeting
  • Monitor market trends to identify opportunities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency
  • Analyze sales performance metrics and report to leadership
  • Develop team members through coaching and training initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Encouragement of a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Supportive leadership environment fostering team growth
  • Focus on enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency
  • Potential for travel and diverse project involvement
Full Job Description
Key Activities/Responsibilities
  • Lead, develop, and motivate the Sales Team that includes Parts & Accessories, Capital Assets, CPO and Refurb to achieve revenue, profitability, and performance objectives while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and execute strategic sales and business growth plans to expand market share, increase customer retention, and drive sustainable growth.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, key accounts, while supporting overall company goals and resolving escalated concerns.
  • Oversee departmental operations, including sales performance, forecasting, budgeting, pipeline management, pricing strategies, and day-to-day sales activities.
  • Monitor market trends, competitive activity, customer needs, and industry developments to identify opportunities and recommend business strategies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and organizational objectives.
  • Analyze performance metrics and financial results; prepare forecasts, reports, and recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Develop employees through coaching, training, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, ethical standards, and operational procedures.

Perform other duties, special projects, travel requirements, and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

EXPERIENCE
• 3-5+ years of sales experience with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals.
• Experience managing customer relationships and business development activities.
• Industry experience in equipment rental, heavy equipment, industrial, manufacturing, or related industries preferred.

SKILLS
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
• Ability to analyze sales data and develop action plans.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• JD Edwards (JDE preferred)

About Federal Signal Corporation

Federal Signal Corporation is a global corporation with about 3200 employees located in Oak Brook, Illinois. Federal Signal designs, develops, and manufactures security systems, fire rescue products, street sweepers, and industrial vacuums. The company operates in two segments: Environmental Solutions Group and Safety and Security Systems Group. The Environmental Solutions Group segment manufactures and supplies a range of street sweepers, vacuum trucks, and other specialty vehicles. The Safety and Security Systems Group segment offers systems and products for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, and industrial communications.
Learn more about Federal Signal Corporation
Size
3,900 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$96.2 million
Founded
1901
5 Year Trend
+11.4%
Revenue
$1.1 billion
NASDAQ

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