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Our client is a global textile manufacturer and supplier and is seeking a Sales Manager that has experience in the Linen/Uniform service industry (aka commercial laundries).
 
This Sales Manager will sell and promote textiles (table linens, bed linens, towels, aprons, etc.) to industrial laundry facilities and hospitality/hotel clients. You are responsible for discovering opportunities, establishing new relationships, nurturing existing relationships and closing deals.
 
The Territory: Texas (candidates must live in the state of Texas)
 
Travel: Up to 50%. Reps typically travel 2 weeks per month, departing Sunday evenings or early Monday morning, traveling home on Friday.

Duties include:

  • Achieving aggressive revenue growth in assigned commercial laundry and hospitality (hotel) accounts.
  • Developing & presenting an actionable and measurable account penetration strategy including, but not limited to:
    • Total sales potential in your territories
    • Quarterly sales forecasts
    • Current market share and market positioning (compared to major competitors)
    • Strategy for gaining market share
  • Use of SalesForce (CRM tool) to update upper management on sales opportunities
  • Annual presentation at headquarters with review of past performance & strategy for following year
  • Establish and achieve quarterly and annual sales and performance goals.
  • Monitor customer, market and competitor activity and provide feedback to executive leadership team
  • If necessary, attend conferences and seminars, representing company and building/nurturing business relationships and executing appropriate follow up
  • Work closely with the marketing function to establish successful support, channel and partner programs
  • Manage key customer relationships and participate in closing strategic opportunities

Requirements:

  • Experience in the commercial laundry industry (even if it's not sales-related)
  • 3+ years of sales experience is preferred
  • College degree is preferred
  • Ability to work effectively with multiple business departments in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong command on written and verbal communication
  • Must be willing to engage in continuous learning
Benefits:
WHY JOIN THIS COMPANY?
  • Competitive base salary: $80-85k dependent on experience
  • Aggressive, uncapped commission plan (expected first year commission of at least $40k)
  • $130k+ is within reach with performance!
  • 401k with company match
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Paid time off including vacation time, paid holidays, and personal days
  • Travel and vehicle expense account
  • Ongoing training and development. Growth opportunities!
Apply today! A recruiter will contact all qualified candidates.
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