Sales Leader (Wholesale Distribution)
150k-225k Base + Commission On-site
Company Overview
A growing wholesale distribution company selling primarily to dealers and distributors across multiple regions (NY, NJ, Massachusetts, Baltimore, etc.) is seeking a senior Director of Sales to lead and scale its sales organization. The company operates in a performance-driven environment focused on profitable revenue growth, strong dealer relationships, and market expansion.
This role is highly strategic and operational — combining sales leadership, revenue planning, and market direction.
Position Overview
The Director of Sales will lead, manage, and hold accountable a team of 7–8 sales representatives while owning the company’s sales strategy, revenue planning, and market performance.
This is a data-driven leadership role, not an individual contributor promotion. The position focuses on building structure, driving profitable revenue growth, analyzing performance metrics, and developing scalable sales processes.
The role reports directly to executive leadership and serves as the primary owner of sales performance, projections, and market strategy.
The Ideal Candidate
Data-driven and process-oriented sales leader
Strong operator who focuses on metrics, forecasting, and execution
Balanced leader who can motivate teams while holding them accountable
More structured and analytical than high-energy “individual seller” type
Strategic thinker who understands market demand, product positioning, and revenue drivers
Confident communicator who can represent both the company and the sales team
Results-focused with strong business judgment
Key Responsibilities
Sales Leadership & Accountability
Lead, manage, and hold accountable a team of 7–8 sales representatives
Set performance expectations, KPIs, and measurable targets
Conduct coaching, training, and ongoing performance management
Build structure, discipline, and consistency across the sales function
Accompany sales reps in the field for coaching and development
Recruit, onboard, and develop sales talent
Balance team advocacy with company performance expectations
Revenue Strategy & Growth
Plan and achieve clear, profitable sales and revenue targets
Build quarterly, annual, and long-term sales forecasts
Develop strategies to increase revenue and market share
Identify new opportunities, products, and market trends
Evaluate what is selling vs. not selling and adjust strategy accordingly
Provide leadership with ongoing sales performance insights and recommendations
Data, Process & Market Management
Analyze sales metrics, projections, and performance data
Build and implement scalable sales processes and systems
Monitor market trends and competitive positioning
Collaborate with operations and purchasing to align inventory and demand
Sales Leader Job Description
Maintain strong dealer and key account relationships
Report results, challenges, and opportunities to executive leadership
Qualifications (Must-Haves)
Proven experience leading or managing a sales team
Strong background in wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, or dealer-based sales preferred
Demonstrated success driving revenue growth and hitting targets
Strong analytical and forecasting ability
Experience setting KPIs, metrics, and sales structure
Process-driven leadership style
Experience with CRM systems and sales reporting tools
Sales Leader Job Description
Willingness to travel with the sales team across territories
Sales Leader Job Description
Compensation
Base salary up to ~$225K for the right candidate
Performance-based commission / bonus structure
Merit-based compensation philosophy
Why Apply
High-impact leadership role with direct influence on company growth
Opportunity to build structure and drive strategy in an expanding business
Strong earning potential tied to performance
Executive visibility and decision-making authority
email resumes to Yanky@maiplacement.com