Sales/Business Development (Entry Level)

Clifford Jacob Forging Company• Champaign, IL, US, IL

23h•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Clifford-Jacobs Forging is seeking to grow its Sales Team. The Sales Manager oversees sales operations for products manufactured by the plant and is responsible for sales activity and customer relationships within a specific territory. The role includes strategic planning and execution, managing Sales Representatives, working with customers on forge applications, and coordinating with customers, manufacturers, and suppliers. It involves continuous travel that may require some sacrifice of personal time. The salary is $65,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on education and experience. The position requires a bachelor's degree in Sales, Business, or a related field and 0–5 years of related experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Business, or a related field.
0–5 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Manage all sales generated in the assigned territory.
Manage Sales Representatives within the specific territory.
Plan and execute sales strategies.
Manage administrative and operational responsibilities as required.
Travel continuously to support sales responsibilities.
Handle outside contact with customers.
Record and report call activity, customer issues, opportunities, and business forecasts.
Work with customers on specific forge applications.
Address customer complaints and serve as a liaison among customers, manufacturers, and suppliers.
Support Sales Representatives in securing new business within the territory.
Manage key market segments by monitoring and reporting characteristics and trends or changes, and recommending sales strategies.