Regional Sales Manager, Bay Area
About The Position
Lakeshore is seeking an energetic, talented Regional Sales Manager to expand its reach in the K–12 educational market. The role builds and maintains relationships with school districts and educational programs in early childhood and education, while exploring additional market segments such as middle and high schools. The manager is responsible for a designated geographic territory, which may include multiple states, and works with internal sales resources, leadership, and headquarters teams to grow business and deliver customer support. The position offers a base salary and uncapped commissions, with sales support and marketing resources available.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of successful sales experience and demonstrated entrepreneurial know-how.
- Solid presentation skills and the ability to speak to customer needs at all levels.
- Strong work ethic and team-player mentality.
- Ability to perform outstanding work from home.
- Ability to travel within the territory as needed, including approximately 20% overnight stays.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
- Great attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
- Ideally reside in Oakland, Castro Valley, San Jose, Berkeley, or the broader East Bay, including Hayward, San Leandro, Concord, Orinda, Walnut Creek, and up to Vallejo.
Responsibilities
- Secure new and repeat business by building strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders in the assigned geographical area.
- Partner with internal sales resources to support customer needs and increase business.
- Regularly call on customers and build and maintain relationships within the assigned territory.
- Collaborate with the RVP/RD to develop, adjust, and execute sales strategies.
- Target key customers and assess and uncover their needs.
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with internal partners through regular meetings with HQ departments and sales channels to streamline communication, build relationships, and increase sales.
- Participate in local, state, and national conferences to promote the Lakeshore brand.
- Travel within the assigned territory as needed, including overnight stays.
Benefits
- Uncapped commission structure.
- Paid leave for new parents.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including EPO, PPO, and HSA options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
- Flexible benefit options.
- Employee discount on products.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
