Area Sales Manager

Responsibilities: Sell a broad range of industrial adhesives & sealants to the general industrial manufacturing account base in the WI, IL, and Eastern IA areas. There are multiple product lines used in a variety of assembly applications. Sell on a value add basis. Call on engineers and applicators, as well as plant managers and purchasing. Develop strong business relationships. Manage pricing, trouble shooting, and follow-up on all service issues. Look for new opportunities for sales, and fill the project pipeline. Develop the sales plan for the territory and execute the plan. Communicate effectively with customers and internal management.

Requirements: 4+ years of adhesives or chemical sales experience to the general industrial manufacturing industry. Or closely related industrial sales or applications experience. An engineer with a desire to get into a sales role is also a potential fit. A high level of self-motivation. Good organization skills. Excellent customer relationship building abilities. Strong technical aptitude. A bachelors degree is required, but the concentration is open.

Compensation: Base: $90,000 - $130,000 commensurate with experience. Plus, lucrative commission plan based on individual sales growth performance. There is no cap on the commission plan, and it is paid quarterly. Great company car program. Excellent benefits. Opportunities for advancement.