Vice President of Sales, National Accounts About the Company Leading supplier & marketer of industrial safety equipment & containment products
Industry
Facilities Services
Type
Privately Held, Private Equity-backed
Founded
1906
Employees
1001-5000
Categories FinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital Specialties Safety Storage CabinetsSafety Cans and ContainersEngineered Secondary ContainmentFuel Containment and CoatingsSmoking ReceptaclesOutdoor Safety LockersGas Cylinder Handling and Storing EquipmentDrum FunnelsSafety Identificationenvironmental protectionworker safetyworkplace safetyvehicle safetyliquid flammable safetyworkplace safety surveyssafety showerseyewashanti-fatigue matsspill containmentand cable and hose management About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President of Sales for National Accounts to lead and manage all sales and business development activities within the national accounts team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining key national account relationships, driving growth strategies, and leading a team of account managers to ensure excellence in national account management. This role requires a seasoned sales executive with a proven track record in industrial distribution sales, strategic sales planning, and large team leadership. The VP of Sales will also be tasked with providing overall direction to the sales organization, designing and implementing profitable programs, and optimizing sales process workflows to drive profitable growth.
Applicants for the Vice President of Sales - National Accounts position at the company should have deep experience in industrial distribution, with a focus on driving success through distribution channels. The role demands superior leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate will have a background in a fast-paced, B2B technology sales environment and a history of helping sales teams close large strategic deals. Responsibilities also include providing accurate sales forecasting, meeting revenue quotas, and implementing processes to ensure high ROI and workflow optimization. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field is required, with an advanced management degree preferred, and a minimum of 10 years of sales experience, with over half in sales management and leadership positions.
Hiring Manager Title
Executive Vice President
Travel Percent
65%
Functions Sales/RevenueAccount Management/Optimization
