Director/VP of Sales

Industry 1: Consumer Goods

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Job ID: EB-4059725828

Category: Consumer Products

Location: Chicago, IL

Our client, a consumer goods company in a growth mode, is seeking a Director/VP of Sales who will play a key role in driving revenue growth and market expansion. This is a great opportunity where you will develop and execute sales strategies to achieve sales goals and revenue targets across all retail channels nationwide!

Responsibilities include:

Develop and implement strategic sales plans that align with the company’s objectives and revenue targets.
Manage a high-performing sales team across multiple regions, providing leadership, guidance, and motivation to the sales team to achieve sales targets.
Monitor sales performance metrics to ensure sales goals are met or exceeded; analyze sales data and market trends to develop actionable insights and strategies.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail customers, partners, and stakeholders.
Develop annual sales budgets and forecasts in collaboration with executive management.

Ideal candidates will have:

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience with a proven track record of success in retail sales management
Experience in Consumer Electronics and/or housewares/small appliances strongly preferred
Strong relationships in channels including drug, grocery, club, big box, specialty, etc.
Understanding of retail industry trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape.
Strong leadership and people management abilities.
Ability to work effectively across geographically dispersed teams.
Proficiency in sales management software and CRM systems.
Strategic thinker and analytical mindset with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

BrainWorks is a premier executive search firm that delivers superior talent to drive business performance. Our consultants are experts in their practice areas, which include Consumer Products Careers; CRM, Direct/Database Marketing and Customer Sciences/Advanced Analytics; Accounting and Finance; Information Technology; Private Equity & Corporate Finance Digital Marketing and eCommerce; and Consumer Insights and Market Research.

The Consumer Products Practice Group places top performing candidates from mid to senior-level executives with companies spanning from Fortune 10 to midsize regional and national firms. Our consumer products recruiters have extensive knowledge of current trends and industry challenges. Some examples of Consumer Products Executive Searches would include C-level Officers, VP’s, Directors and Senior Managers in the areas of Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and Operations.

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