Product Sales Manager - Hand and Arm

Protective Industrial Products$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred; relevant technical experience may be considered.
  • 3-5 years of experience in sales, product support, or training, ideally in industrial distribution or PPE/safety products.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and training skills to engage diverse audiences.
  • Ability to travel up to 50-60% for field training and customer events.
  • Proven collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and influence various stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and virtual training platforms.

Responsibilities

  • Support sales objectives by providing product expertise and field support to sales teams.
  • Conduct training sessions for internal teams, distributors, and end users.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Product Management to create sales tools and materials.
  • Assist in product launches by communicating features, benefits, and competitive positioning.
  • Maintain knowledge of the competitive landscape and provide insights to stakeholders.
  • Gather market feedback on customer needs and product performance for improvement opportunities.
  • Participate in forecasting and growth initiatives through data collection and reporting.
  • Analyze product performance and adoption across regions.
  • Represent the company at trade shows and customer events as a product expert.
  • Ensure adherence to policies and CRM systems to support growth.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Flexible travel schedule to accommodate work-life balance.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
  • Engagement in trade shows and events, enhancing industry presence.
Full Job Description
The Hand and Arm Product Sales Manager reports to the Manager, Product Sales and serves as a subject matter expert on assigned product lines. This role partners closely with the Sales Team, Marketing, and Product Management to drive product growth, deliver training, and support field execution. The Manager, Product Sales is responsible for championing PIP's solutions in the marketplace by equipping sales personnel, distributors, and end users with the knowledge and resources they need to succeed.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Support sales objectives for assigned products by providing product expertise and field support to sales personnel.
  • Conduct product training sessions for internal sales teams, distributor partners, and end users.
  • Collaborate with Marketing and Product Management to develop sales tools, presentations, and training materials.
  • Assist in launching new products, ensuring effective communication of features, benefits, and competitive positioning.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of the competitive landscape and provide insights to Sales and Product Management.
  • Gather market feedback on customer needs, product performance, and opportunities for enhancement, sharing findings with Product Management.
  • Participate in forecasting, budgeting, and growth initiatives through data collection and reporting.
  • Analyze and report on product performance and adoption across regions.
  • Represent PIP at trade shows, distributor events, and customer visits as a product expert.
  • Ensure adherence to Company policies and use of CRM and sales technologies to support growth.


CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred; technical or equivalent practical experience may be considered.
  • 3-5 years of experience in sales, product support, or training, ideally within industrial distribution or PPE/safety products.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and training skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
  • Ability to travel up to 50-60% to support field training, customer visits, and events.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and virtual training platforms.

About Protective Industrial Products

Protective Industrial Products (PIP) is a global leader in hand protection and PPE (personal protective equipment) solutions. With a mission to keep people safe, PIP offers a wide range of products including gloves, safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, and more. The company serves a variety of industries including construction, oil and gas, food processing, and healthcare. PIP has a strong commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, with initiatives focused on reducing waste, conserving energy, and supporting local communities.
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