Sales Manager

Salary depends on experience and skill set. Full time.
On-site, not remote.

At Zip String, we build products that make people stop, smile, and say “Wait… how does that work?”

What started as a college engineering project and a basement Kickstarter operation has grown into a rapidly expanding toy company bringing high technology play experiences to families around the world. Our products blend engineering, creativity, and magic to create moments of genuine wonder.

We are creating experiences that spark curiosity, connection, and joy.

Now we are looking for aSales Managerto help take Zip String to the next level as we expand across major retailers, global partners, and new product categories.

This is not a maintenance role. This is abuild and scalerole.

As Sales Manager, you will own and drive Zip String’s sales strategy across retail, distribution, and strategic partnerships. You will work directly with leadership to shape how our products reach millions of customers worldwide.

You will help transform momentum into sustained growth while protecting what makes Zip String special: innovation, authenticity, and wonderment.

• Develop and execute Zip String’s global sales strategy
• Expand relationships with major retailers and distributors
• Identify and open new channels and markets
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong margins

• Own key retail and partner relationships
• Represent Zip String in buyer meetings, trade shows, and industry events
• Negotiate pricing, programs, and long term partnerships
• Become a trusted partner to buyers and distributors

• Create scalable sales processes and forecasting systems
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and product teams
• Analyze performance data to guide strategy and decisions
• Help recruit and develop future sales talent

• Ensure every partnership reflects the Zip String mission
• Bring energy and vision to how we present products to the world

You might be a great fit if you:

• Have 5+ years of sales leadership experience (consumer products, toys, or retail preferred)
• Have successfully grown revenue through major retail accounts
• Understand how buyers think and how retail actually works
• Are both strategic and hands on
• Thrive in fast moving entrepreneurial environments
• Love building something meaningful, not just managing a pipeline
• Believe play, creativity, and curiosity matter

Most importantly: you are energized by building something special.

• Work on products that genuinely delight people
• Join a rapidly growing company with global momentum
• Collaborate directly with founders and leadership
• Help shape the future of an emerging category
• Build something lasting

This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role at a company transitioning from breakout success to long term brand.