Sales Manager - Manufacturing

Good Life Begins With A Good Company.Champion Home Builders, Inc. wants YOU! We are seeking to hire a Sales Manager to join our team in Worthington, MN.WHAT DO WE OFFER?· 401k Plan with Company Match· Paid Vacation· Paid Holidays· Medical· Rx· Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.WHO IS CHAMPION HOME BUILDERS, INC.?For decades, Champion has served as a leader in the manufactured housing industry and one of the largest mobile and modular home builders in North America. Champion offers many factory-built solutions, from single-family and multi-family homes to commercial and government buildings. Our manufactured homes, modular homes, mobile homes, park models, and commercial modular buildings can be found throughout the United States and western Canada.Throughout the organization, we act with integrity and respect. We take pride in our craftsmanship and build strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and our employees. We know that we would not be successful without our team. In return for hard work and dedication, our goal is to provide a safe, productive, and enjoyable workplace for every employee.Job Title: Plant Sales ManagerFLSA Status: ExemptSummary Responsible for the efficient and profitable operation of the Sales Department. Responsible for the day to day management of the plant sales force including account planning and sales activity management. Makes recommendations to the Plant General Manager with respect to the best interests of the Company wherever Marketing and Sales activities are involved. Participate in daily Sales & Operations Planning at the plant.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Develop the Plant Marketing and Sales objectives in conjunction with the General Manager and manage the Sales Department to meet or exceed the targets.Develop and implement sales plans to ensure the right products are at the right locations in the right markets in sufficient quantities to meet sales & market share objectives.Instill a "We are Fun and Easy to do Business With" mindset within the Sales department.Plan, coordinate and ensure sufficient In-Plant and In-Field Dealer Sales Training.Plan, coordinate and promote regional trade and local factory shows as appropriate.Maintain cost control to ensure efficient and effective operation of department within budget. Perform regular market research & competitive analysis to ensure the correct product is being marketed.Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise employees in the Sales Department. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with corporate policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.CompetenciesMust have strong attention to detailMust have strong communication skills both internal (Champion) and external (Customers)Must have a great work ethicMust lead with courageMust have the ability to develop peopleMust have the ability to build a cohesive results-oriented teamMust live the Champion Operating PrinciplesQualifications Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferredMust have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Previous sales experience in manufactured/modular housing desiredMust be willing to travel up to 50% of the timeEEO StatementChampion Home Builders is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Champion Home Builders participates in the E-Verify Program.Job type: