About the Opportunity
We are seeking a driven and growth-oriented Sales & Operations Manager who can lead sales teams, build new markets, and ensure operational excellence. This role offers the chance to mentor high-impact teams while also developing your own book of business, coordinating closely with design and production, and driving customer satisfaction from initial contact to project completion.
Role Overview
The Sales & Operations Manager is both a mentor and a strategist. You will oversee inside sales, outside sales, customer service, and design teams while also ensuring smooth alignment with the production department. Beyond leadership, you’ll personally grow accounts, close deals, and expand market share.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate sales and support staff
- Set performance goals, monitor KPIs, and drive accountability
- Foster a collaborative, customer-first culture
Sales & Market Growth
Develop and execute sales strategies for new and existing marketsManage and grow your own book of business with key accountsBuild long-term relationships with contractors, builders, and distributorsLead negotiations and close complex dealsOperations & Cross-Functional Coordination
Partner with production teams to ensure product feasibility, timelines, and quality standardsCollaborate with designers to support accurate quotes and custom projectsOversee customer service operations to deliver seamless client experiencesTechnical & Project Support
Read and interpret construction blueprints and project documentsWork with design teams on technical drawings and specificationsAutoCAD experience preferred, but not requiredReporting & Forecasting
Provide accurate sales forecasts, pipeline reporting, and account metricsDeliver performance reviews and strategy updates to leadershipUse data and analytics to refine sales and operational strategiesQualifications & Skills
Required
5+ years of sales leadership or sales / operations management experience in building materials, construction, or related B2B marketsProven ability to manage inside / outside sales, customer service, and operations teamsDemonstrated success in developing and managing your own book of businessStrong track record in market expansion and territory growthAbility to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawingsExcellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skillsProficiency in forecasting, CRM systems, and KPI reportingPreferred
AutoCAD experienceBackground in metals, roofing, siding, or other architectural / building systemsFamiliarity with contractor and distributor sales cyclesUnderstanding of production / manufacturing processes and cost driversBachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)What’s Offered
Competitive base salary plus performance incentives / commissionFull benefits package (health, retirement, etc.)Direct involvement with leadership and strategic decision-makingAutonomy to shape both sales and operations functionsOpportunity to grow with a market-leading, fast-paced companyYou may contact me directly at E : bill.schellhas@gogpac.com PH : 605-679-9922
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.