Sales Manager - Michigan
SurfacePrep•Byron Center, MI
•Hybrid
About The Position
SurfacePrep is seeking a Sales Manager to lead and develop a team of outside sales professionals serving industrial manufacturing customers across Michigan. This role is responsible for driving profitable growth, coaching and developing sales talent, strengthening customer relationships, and executing strategic sales initiatives across a diverse portfolio of industrial products and services. The ideal candidate is a proven industrial sales leader who enjoys both developing people and working directly with customers to grow business.
Requirements
- 5+ years of industrial B2B sales experience.
- 3+ years of sales leadership or team management experience.
- Experience selling into manufacturing, metalworking, automotive, aerospace, fabrication, or related industrial markets.
- Proven ability to drive sales growth and develop high-performing teams.
- Strong business acumen, relationship-building, and communication skills.
- Experience using CRM platforms and sales analytics.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Michigan.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with industrial abrasives, blasting, mass finishing, paint/powder, surface preparation, or related products.
- Knowledge of Michigan's manufacturing and industrial markets.
- Experience managing strategic or national accounts.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of outside sales representatives across Michigan, providing ongoing mentoring, field support, and performance coaching.
- Drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share expansion by executing strategic sales plans and identifying new business opportunities.
- Partner with sales representatives on key customer relationships, major account opportunities, contract negotiations, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Conduct regular customer visits, ride-alongs, and territory reviews to strengthen customer engagement and improve sales effectiveness.
- Analyze sales performance, pipeline activity, and market trends to guide decision-making and maximize territory potential.
- Ensure effective CRM utilization, forecasting, and opportunity management across the team.
- Collaborate with operations, customer service, marketing, product management, and supplier partners to deliver exceptional customer experiences and support business growth.
- Recruit, onboard, and develop top sales talent while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Vehicle stipend and mileage reimbursement through our Mburse vehicle program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
