Now Hiring - National Sales Account - Regional Manager in Vernon Hills, IL

About the Company:

Illini: Illini is known as "The Idea Line" for developing unique products around major end-user markets, themes or uses. Distributors count on Illini to deliver truly unique new ideas that their corporate, financial, real estate, school, church, automotive, medical, pharmaceutical, or non-profit (to name a few) customers will love. Illini is also a leader in photo frames and photo related products perfect for corporate gift-giving, proms and weddings and photography businesses. Through market research and listening to their customer's suggestions, Illini has developed a line of over 800 successful ideas and counting! [please apply online] position would work closely with the VP of Sales in managing national accounts and regional sales managers. An ideal candidate would be reliable and able to carry out tasks autonomously and collaboratively. The position does require that when not traveling, the individual would commute each day to the office and work regular hours. We are looking for an organized, highly detailed professional, who does not mind wearing a few hats at a time, especially during busy times.

Responsibilities:

• Works with sales representatives in the field, handling inquires and supporting when necessary at regional shows
• Review full territory orders for errors, trends in sales, etc.
• Review and respond in a timely manner to all phone calls, emails, quote requests, etc.
• Visits regional customers and sales team when needed.
• Manage independent sales representatives
• Create commission structure
• Create and implement incentive programs
• Distribute sales collateral, specifically sampling of all items, new items, closeouts, special, etc.
• Manage key customers
• Participates actively in company scheduled or unscheduled meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university
• 2+ years of related experience in ad specialty industry preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and resolve problems independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

EOE

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Travel requirement:

• Up to 25% travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vernon Hills, IL 60061: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person