Vice President of Sales

Vice President of SalesAbout the CompanyAccomplished industrial manufacturerIndustry Electrical/Electronic ManufacturingType Privately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Vice President of Sales to join their executive team and play a pivotal role in driving strategic revenue initiatives and expanding market presence. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive sales strategies to achieve revenue and margin goals in the precision grinding machinery industry. This includes leading, mentoring, and managing a multi-state sales and operating team, as well as identifying and maintaining relationships with key clients, partners, and distributors. The role demands a strong industrial machine sales background, with a focus on precision manufacturing equipment, and requires a minimum of 10 years' experience in industrial or B2B capital equipment sales, with a proven record of exceeding targets.Applicants for the Vice President of Sales position at the company should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior sales leadership or management role, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have a background in selling CNC machine tools, grinding machines, or similar precision manufacturing equipment, and possess strong leadership, strategic planning, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools is essential for effective decision-making, as is the ability to understand technical specifications and communicate value to engineering and procurement audiences. The role also requires a willingness to travel and the potential for relocation to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Experience with Japanese business culture and excellent relationship-building and business development capabilities are considered a plus.Travel Percent 40%FunctionsSales/Revenue