Cutting Tools Regional Technical Sales Manager

Cutting Tools Regional Technical Sales Manager

Base pay range
: $/yr - $/yr

Location
:
Mid East U.S. / Great Lakes Territory (Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Missouri); frequent travel required

Our client, a premier provider of high‑quality, precision‑engineered cutting tools, has more than fifty years of experience serving woodworking, aluminum, composites, and plastics sectors. With a comprehensive inventory of industrial cutting tools, they are known for innovative, customer‑driven solutions and commitment to building lasting partnerships. Their network includes hundreds of distributors and thousands of SKUs, reflecting a dedication to quality and rapid customer response.

Salesfolks is seeking a Regional Technical Sales Manager for our client to drive growth in the Mid East U.S / Great Lakes Region. This exceptional opportunity is for a motivated, technically skilled sales professional who will collaborate with an established dealer network while developing new client relationships in a dedicated territory. You’ll foster high‑touch, consultative sales, offering technical expertise and delivering exceptional customer service.

This role offers uncapped earning potential and is suited for an individual seeking a long‑term career path with a respected company. Compensation includes a monthly retainer and significant first‑year OTE potential, with additional commissions available during the ramp‑up period. Travel expenses are covered, and a car allowance is provided.

• Account Management:
  Build and nurture lasting relationships with our client’s distributor network and end‑users in your assigned six‑state territory.
• New Business Development:
  Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the region, expanding our client’s market presence.
• Technical Support & Consulting:
  Act as a trusted technical advisor and field sales engineer for existing and prospective clients, offering insights to optimize their manufacturing operations.
• On‑Site Client Interaction:
  Regularly visit manufacturers, distributors, and key accounts to establish our client as a valued partner. Typical clients include manufacturers of kitchen cabinets, furniture, windows, doors, store fixtures, millwork, and other sectors working with aluminum, composite, and plastic products.
• Market Insights:
  Provide valuable feedback on market trends, customer needs, and competitor activity.

• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong background in manufacturing, machining, CNC processes, or similar fields. Experience with cutting tools or tooling technology is highly preferred.
• Sales
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven success in a technical sales or product specialist role, ideally within manufacturing or tooling industries.
• Relationship‑Building
  
  Skills:
  
  Exceptional interpersonal skills and a consultative sales approach focused on developing long‑term partnerships.
• Self‑Driven & Autonomous:
  Ability to independently manage a travel‑heavy schedule.
• Territory Expertise:
  Based in the Mid East U.S. / Great Lakes Territory (Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Missouri), with flexibility for travel within the designated territory.

• Monthly Retainer Payment:
  Guaranteed monthly income based on experience (DOE).
• OTE Potential:
  Guaranteed commission during the ramp‑up period, with additional commissions for sales exceeding targets and uncapped earning potential.
• Car Allowance:
  Provided.
• Travel Expenses:
  Fully covered.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Clear path for advancement in a high‑integrity company with a strong market reputation.
• Independent Contractor (1099):
  Structured as a long‑term career opportunity with stability, flexibility and significant income potential.
• Expected Income:
  On‑Target Earnings (OTE) in excess of $120,000 - $140,000 year.

Our client is more than a workplace—it's where you can build a lasting career, establish meaningful client relationships, and become a trusted partner in mission‑critical manufacturing processes. Customers value this company for life, some working with them for decades. Joining them means stepping into a role with uncapped earnings, the freedom to own your territory, and the chance to be part of a company known for innovation, customer focus, and technical excellence.

If you’re a technically savvy sales professional with cutting tool experience looking to make a long‑term impact, let’s talk!

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