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Now Hiring - Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. - Regional Sales Manager in Chicago, IL

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Regional Sales Manager in Chicago, IL

Klingspor Abrasives, Inc.
Base Salary At least $60,000
Total Comp: $20,000 or less
Qualifications Years In Sales 5 Years
Industry: Manufacturing

Benefits:

full
Customer Size: medium
Car Allowance: no
Sales Cycle: Short
Travel: overnight
Years Selling in Industry: 0
Education: BA/BS
They Sell Klingspor Abrasives sells a comprehensive range of industrial-quality abrasive products, including sanding belts, abrasive discs, flap discs, rolls, and cut-off wheels, to woodworkers, body shops, glass manufacturers, metalworkers, aerospace professionals, construction contractors, and many others. Our products are tailored for both professionals (such as cabinet makers and aerospace fabricators) and discerning hobbyists.
To Whom Our primary customer segments include: Industrial Manufacturers: Supplying American manufacturing plants with abrasive technology for metalworking, weld blending, and heavy grinding. Professionals & Contractors: Cabinet shops, professional woodworkers, and construction contractors rely on their industrial-quality circular saw blades and abrasives. Government Entities: Providing abrasives for military bases, school districts, public works departments, and correctional facility workshops. Indi

Location:

Chicago, IL
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Full description of the position

KLINGSPOR Abrasives, Inc., a manufacturer quality abrasives, is searching for a Regional Sales Manager based in the Illinois, Wisconsin area to grow their direct sales. This leadership role is best served by a candidate with proven results and success-oriented attitude whos ride along focus will keep and nurture a positive growth-driven work environment.


Position Summary:

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for growing sales and the development of all sales activities within the region. The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible to staff and develop direct sales representatives, providing leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values. The Regional Sales Manager reports directly District Sales Manager; duties include but are not limited to, achieving assigned sales quotas, nurturing a productive relationship with customers, managing new business opportunities, sales planning, training, administration, professional development, and career management. This position will require more than 40 hours per week and include frequent overnight travel within the region to work with individual sales representatives and some travel outside the state for designated meetings.


Preferred Candidate Qualifications include:

  • 4 year degree in business or technical field
  • 5 years business to business sales experience
  • 2 years Supervision or Management experience


Key Responsibilities

  • Sales and Account Development
  • Territory and Regional Development
  • Use the Established Hiring Procedure to Select New Hires
  • Coach and Train Factory Sales Representatives (FSRs)
  • Assist DSM with Effective Forecasting and Budget Planning
  • Know the Competition as well as the Market
  • Implementing Auditing Measurements of Performance
  • Develop Strategies to Produce Regional Sales Growth and Profit Objectives
  • Travel will be Required Within the Region and it may be Required to Visit Corporate Headquarter in Hickory, NC


What We Offer:

  • Base + Plus generous multi-tiered monthly commission opportunities!
  • Company Car which includes Maintenance Expenses, Insurance, and Gas Card.
  • Company Cell Phone and Tablet
  • Plus Monthly Cash and Prizes ( KLINGSPOR Award Program (KAP) ) & Year End KAP BONUS
  • Potential Year End Bonus
  • We offer a great opportunity with competitive benefits which include, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, Health Flex Spending Account, Life Insurance, 401k
  • 9 Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
  • Guaranteed commission for the first 6 months


If this career opportunity interests you, we require you to submit your resume, cover letter and salary requirements. Serious inquires only please.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, age, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Klingspor Abrasives, Inc.

2555 Tate Blvd SE
Hickory, NC 28602

Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. logo
Company Size
201 to 500 Employees
Founded
1893
They Sell
Klingspor Abrasives sells a comprehensive range of industrial-quality abrasive products, including sanding belts, abrasive discs, flap discs, rolls, and cut-off wheels, to woodworkers, body shops, glass manufacturers, metalworkers, aerospace professionals, construction contractors, and many others. Our products are tailored for both professionals (such as cabinet makers and aerospace fabricators) and discerning hobbyists.
To Whom
Our primary customer segments include: Industrial Manufacturers: Supplying American manufacturing plants with abrasive technology for metalworking, weld blending, and heavy grinding. Professionals & Contractors: Cabinet shops, professional woodworkers, and construction contractors rely on their industrial-quality circular saw blades and abrasives. Government Entities: Providing abrasives for military bases, school districts, public works departments, and correctional facility workshops. Indi
Revenue
Unknown / Non-Applicable

KLINGSPOR’s presence is not only as a leader in the US market, but is also an increasing network throughout the world. With our US headquarters in Hickory, North Carolina and our global headquarters in Haiger, Germany, KLINGSPOR is on course to service markets wherever they may be. To meet the needs of our expanding and varied customer base, KLINGSPOR continues to position itself in strategic locations. This strategy allows KLINGSPOR to react quickly to the requirements and needs of our customers. Over 2000 employees offer product and assistance value unlike any abrasives company in the world today. Our vision at KLINGSPOR continues to be strong commitment to serving our customers in the quickest way possible.


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Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. is currently hiring for 3 sales positions
Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. has openings in: GA, TN, IL, & NC
The average salary at Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. is:

1 At least $40,000

2 At least $60,000

Klingspor Abrasives, Inc.

2555 Tate Blvd SE
Hickory, NC 28602

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Klingspor Abrasives, Inc.

2555 Tate Blvd SE
Hickory, NC 28602

View Job Openings »

Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. is currently hiring for 3 sales positions
Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. has openings in: GA, TN, IL, & NC
The average salary at Klingspor Abrasives, Inc. is:

1 At least $40,000

2 At least $60,000