Regional Sales Manager, North Central with MaxLite

Regional Sales Manager, North Central with MaxLite Job Title: Regional Sales Manager, North Central Location: Remote (Must reside in OH, IL, IN) Reports to: VP, C&I Sales, East Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000 Based on Experience FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time Why MaxLite? For nearly 35 years, MaxLite has led the industry in energy‑efficient lighting solutions. As an early innovator in LED technology, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of advanced indoor and outdoor LED lamps and luminaires under the MaxLED® brand. A three‑time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year, we continue to push the industry forward through innovation, research, and operational excellence. Our vision is simple: Transform the way people experience light. Guided by our values of mutuality, efficiency, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork, we strengthen our position as a trusted lighting and controls solutions provider — delivering high‑performance products backed by superior service and lifetime support. Ease of doing business is our core priority at MaxLite. We cultivate strong partnerships and streamline operations to provide responsive service, reliable solutions, and long‑term value to our customers. We empower our employees with the tools, autonomy, and support to make meaningful contributions and continuously improve how we serve the market. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Regional Sales Manager to support our growth and drive sales in the North Central Region (IN, KY, WV, MO, IL). As Regional Sales Manager, you will lead sales strategy and execution across your assigned region, managing agency and distributor partnerships. You will drive new business development to expand MaxLite’s revenue and deliver innovative, energy‑efficient solutions to our customers. Your industry expertise and commitment to service will help you grow new accounts, strengthen existing relationships, and work closely with our dedicated internal teams. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Manage and grow key relationships across distributors, independent reps, contractors, ESCOs, LMCs, and corporate accounts within the assigned region. Support and develop agency and sales representative partners through product training, pricing guidance, quoting support, and performance feedback. Identify new business opportunities and collaborate with distributor and ESCO partners to build and track project pipelines. Drive regional sales performance by supporting promotions, product rollouts, rebate programs, and customer satisfaction initiatives. Monitor competitor activity and market trends, providing regular updates and insights to leadership. Manage regional sales activities and expenses, including travel, trade shows, reporting, and alignment with sales targets. Perform all other duties as assigned with minimal supervision. What We Look For: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field 5+ years of progressive sales/account management experience in the lighting industry with a demonstrated track record of results Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand product specifications and processes Proven ability to manage multiple projects, analyze challenges, and drive effective solutions Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, PowerBi, with minimal learning curve Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills This is a remote position required to travel at least 80% of the time Must be comfortable with various means of transportation: by plane, train, car, etc. Must be able to walk, talk, sit, stand, bend, listen, type, read Must be able to push, pull, lift up to 15 pounds on occasion Must be eligible to work in the United States Career Progression & Growth at MaxLite: At MaxLite, roles are built with long‑term growth in mind. Career progression at MaxLite is performance‑driven and aligned with business objectives — giving high‑performing employees the opportunity to grow alongside a company that continues to innovate and expand. During the first 6 months, successful employees will master MaxLite’s products and processes, establish credibility across teams, internal and external stakeholders, and consistently deliver against performance expectations and key objectives. By the end of year one, employees are expected to operate independently within their role, demonstrate consistent performance, and begin contributing at a broader level through expanded responsibilities, process improvement, or cross‑functional collaboration. Year 3 and beyond, high‑performing employees may take on increased scope, leadership of projects or initiatives, mentorship of peers, or transition into advanced, specialized, or leadership roles aligned with business needs and individual strengths. We don’t just fill roles — we invest in people and build careers: MaxLite offers competitive compensation, robust health and wellness benefits, paid time off, including holidays and flex days (for HQ‑based employees), a 401(k) with company match, and a collaborative environment designed to support growth and meaningful contribution. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: MaxLite is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, protected veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. MaxLite strictly prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in any aspect of employment. Reasonable Accommodation: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, MaxLite provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including the application and interview process. Applicants requiring accommodation should notify Human Resources. Work Authorization: MaxLite does not provide visa sponsorship or support for employment‑based work authorization. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future sponsorship. At‑Will Employment: Employment with MaxLite is at will. This means that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. Nothing in this job description or related materials should be construed as a contract of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr