Sales Manager - Livestock Equipment

Job Description Description Sales Manager - Livestock Equipment Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 base + incentives | Full-Time | Exempt Lead the Strategy. Grow the Market. Build the Relationships. Are you someone who understands agriculture, knows how to lead people, and can turn strategy into real results? We’re looking for a Sales Manager - Livestock Equipment to take ownership of our livestock equipment and ProTec agricultural sales lines while helping drive growth across our dealer and customer network. This isn’t a “sit back and manage” kind of role-you’ll be leading a team and staying close to the action by working directly with key accounts, dealers, and customers. If you enjoy building relationships, developing teams, and seeing your work translate into real growth, this is a role where you can make a meaningful impact. Why Join Us?Competitive salary: $80,000 - $100,000 base + incentivesA leadership role where you can shape sales strategy and growthDirect impact on customers, dealers, and company successA team built on humble service, integrity, loyalty, and innovationA role that blends strategy, leadership, and hands-on executionBenefits & Perks We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you at work and at home:Health, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off and paid holidaysPerformance-based incentive opportunitiesProfessional development and growth opportunitiesStable, team-oriented work environmentWhat You’ll Do Sales Leadership & StrategyBuild and execute sales strategies for livestock equipment and agricultural product linesSet goals, forecasts, and drive performance across regionsMaintain strong pricing discipline and margin performanceAnalyze market trends and customer needs to guide decisionsTeam & Regional LeadershipCoach and develop Regional Sales Managers and sales staffSet clear expectations and hold the team accountable to resultsSupport territory planning and dealer growth strategiesBuild a culture centered on teamwork, integrity, and customer focusDealer & Customer DevelopmentTake ownership of key “house accounts” as the primary contactHandle full-cycle sales: quoting, order entry, and follow-throughEnsure orders are accurate, timely, and executed smoothlyPartner with Customer Service, Estimating, and OperationsStrengthen dealer, distributor, and customer relationshipsSupport large projects, negotiations, and strategic opportunitiesRepresent the company at trade shows and industry eventsCross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Engineering, Operations, Marketing, and Customer ServiceAlign sales commitments with manufacturing capabilities and delivery timelinesProvide real-world market feedback to improve products and processesPerformance & AccountabilityMonitor pipeline activity, forecasts, and sales performanceReport insights and progress to leadershipContinuously improve sales processes, tools, and systemsQualifications What You BringBachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of experience in agricultural or industrial sales, including leadership responsibilityStrong knowledge of livestock equipment or agricultural systemsProven ability to lead teams and drive profitable growthStrong communication, negotiation, and strategic planning skillsAbility to build long-term relationships with customers and internal teamsWillingness to travel as requiredPreferred:Experience in livestock equipment or agricultural product salesExperience in dealer-based or hybrid sales modelsBackground in manufacturing or engineered-to-order environmentsWork Environment & Expectations This role blends office work, travel, and time in the field.Regular travel, including overnight tripsTime spent in customer sites, dealer locations, and trade showsA mix of strategic planning and hands-on executionExposure to agricultural and industrial environmentsOccasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and navigating job sites safelyApply Today If you’re ready to take ownership of a sales function, lead a team, and make a meaningful impact in the agricultural industry, we encourage you to apply. #hc242741