Now Hiring - CruiTek - Territory Sales Manager – Fasteners/VMI (OEM Manufacturing) - Chicago, IL/Kenosha, WI in Chicago, IL

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Territory Sales Manager - Chicago, IL / Kenosha, WI (Full-Time, Direct Hire) Location: Chicago, IL / Kenosha, WI Job Type: Direct Hire Compensation: Base Salary $80,000 to $90,000 plus commission Industry: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Industrial Sales About the Company: A well-established and a leading distributor of industrial fasteners and assembly components, supporting OEM manufacturers and assembly operations across a wide range of industries. We are seeking an experienced Territory Sales Manager to support continued growth by developing OEM customer relationships and selling Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs. Position Overview: This role is responsible for selling fasteners and assembly components into manufacturing and assembly environments and managing customer relationships within an assigned territory. Key Responsibilities: * Develop new business with OEM manufacturers and assembly plants by selling fasteners and VMI programs * Manage and grow existing OEM customer accounts within an assigned territory * Build and maintain a qualified sales pipeline and drive opportunities through the full sales cycle * Conduct on-site sales calls, presentations, and account reviews with customers * Partner with internal teams to support successful implementation and ongoing management of VMI programs * Maintain timely and accurate communication with internal and external stakeholders * Participate in a team-based selling environment Required Experience: * Minimum of 2 years of experience selling fasteners, C-parts, or assembly components in an industrial distribution environment * Experience selling or managing VMI programs for OEM manufacturing or assembly customers * Proven success in a territory-based, outside sales role * Experience working directly with OEM manufacturers or assembly facilities Preferred Qualifications: * Background with fastener or industrial distribution companies * Strong understanding of inventory management, bin stocking, and line-side replenishment concepts * Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills * Self-motivated and capable of managing a defined sales territory independently Education: * Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience Compensation: * Target base salary range of $80,000-$90,000 plus commission * Competitive benefits package