Regional Sales Manager, Iowa & Nebraska

Lakeshore Learning Materials • Omaha, NE

7d • Remote

About The Position

Lakeshore is seeking an energetic, talented Regional Sales Manager to extend its reach in the K–12 educational market. The role cultivates new and existing relationships with school districts and educational programs, serves customers in early childhood and education, and explores opportunities in middle and high schools. The manager is responsible for a designated geographic territory covering Iowa and Nebraska and works to secure new and repeat business. The company offers a competitive base salary and uncapped commissions, along with support from sales and marketing teams.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of successful sales experience and proven entrepreneurial know-how.
• Solid presentation skills and the ability to speak to customer needs at all levels.
• Strong work ethic, team-player mentality, and ability to perform outstanding work from home.
• Ability to travel within the territory as needed, including approximately 30% 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 or near Omaha, Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Secure new and repeat business by building strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders in the assigned territory.
• Partner with internal sales resources to support customer needs and increase business.
• Call on, build, and maintain relationships with customers in the assigned territory.
• Collaborate with the RVP/RD to develop, adjust, and implement sales strategies.
• Target key customers and assess and uncover their needs.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with internal partners through regular meetings with headquarters departments and sales channels to streamline communication, build relationships, and increase sales.
• Participate in local, state, and national conferences to promote the Lakeshore brand.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level