Midwest Sales Manager - Print/Packaging
If you are located in the Midwest and have printing/packaging experience, reach out!
Company Summary
A global leader in color management solutions, this organization provides innovative software, precision instruments, and services that enhance accuracy and efficiency across complex color workflows. With over 50 years of industry leadership, the company serves a diverse range of industries including print and packaging, textiles, automotive, coatings, plastics, and imaging. Its global footprint spans more than 100 countries, supported by a collaborative and growth-oriented team committed to delivering best-in-class solutions.
Role Summary
The Sales Manager is a high-impact, quota-carrying role responsible for driving new business development within a defined territory or vertical market. This position focuses on identifying, targeting, and securing new customer relationships through a consultative sales approach. The role requires ownership of the full sales cycle-from prospecting and qualification through closing-while collaborating cross-functionally with marketing and internal sales teams to accelerate growth.
This is an ideal opportunity for a motivated, entrepreneurial sales professional who thrives in a hunter role, enjoys building relationships, and is energized by exceeding targets. The position requires a strong field presence, with significant travel to engage customers and expand market reach.
Qualifications
Required Experience & Skills:
- Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales quotas
- 5-10+ years of experience in technical or solution-based sales
- Demonstrated success in prospecting, developing, and closing new business opportunities
- Strong ability to manage a sales pipeline, forecasting, and account strategy
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree required
Preferred:
- Experience selling within technology, industrial, or instrumentation-based environments
- Familiarity with consultative or solution-based selling methodologies
Key Attributes:
- Highly motivated, self-starter with a strong "hunter" mentalityy
- Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 30%)
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