Sales Manager - Contract Manufacturing
Kurt Manufacturing Company, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
5280 Main St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55421, USA
Job Description Posted Friday, September 26, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Founded in 1946 in Minneapolis, MN, Kurt helps businesses succeed through best-quality contract machining, aluminum die casting, screw machining and custom product solutions. Kurt’s unparalleled engineering expertise and legacy of excellence come together to produce best-in-class products.
The Sales Manager - Contract Manufacturing is responsible for selling Kurt’s Machining and Die Casting services directly to customers in industries such as Aerospace and Defense, Energy, Robotics, Recreational Vehicles, Agriculture Equipment, and many others. The Sales Manager is responsible for generating and qualifying leads, preparing detailed proposals, building relationships with new and existing customers, working with sales representatives, and ultimately winning new business to increase sales. This role involves interacting with potential customers, understanding their needs, and effectively communicating the value of the company’s offerings.
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have experience with sales or account management , at least 5 years of experience with CNC machining (die cast experience is helpful, not required), and the ability to read and understand customer blueprints, specifications, and technical documents. The ideal candidate will also possess strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, and the ability to build effective business relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, and must be available for travel.
Salary Range
The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $80,000 to $105,000 plus commission. The exact salary may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.
Essential Functions
Develop sales and marketing plans and identify opportunities for growth in key target industries or with target customers
Follow up promptly on leads and work with outside sales representatives around the country to identify and create opportunities
Prepare timely, accurate proposals for customers
Work closely with key internal stakeholders including estimating, program management, and engineering to ensure customer satisfaction
Travel as required, mainly customer visits and trade shows
Prepare regular sales reports that show sales and marketing results and include recommendations for activity changes as required
Develop, maintain and evaluate all marketing activities including advertising, trade shows and other promotional efforts
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.
Required
5+ years of experience with contract sales related to CNC Machining or contact manufacturing; experience with Die Casting is a plus
Bachelor's Degree – preferably in business or a technical field.
Technical experience, including an understanding of manufacturing techniques and the ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications, and other technical customer requirements
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Detail oriented, organized and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Experience working with an outside sales representative team
Strong motivation, leadership, and communication and negotiation skills
Skilled with Microsoft Office products; experience with Epicor ERP is a plus
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
Preferred
Master's Degree or MBA
10+ years of related experience
Account management or program management experience
Kurt Manufacturing is proud to offer a broad benefits package to include:
Medical, dental, vision plans which are effective on Day 1
Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
100% employee-owned and operating 6 divisions in 4 states with over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space, Kurt is a bright beacon in U.S. manufacturing. Our proficiency in manufacturing technology enables us to partner with the world’s most demanding customers and take on some of the most complex challenges. Through our manufacturing experience Kurt has also built its own product lines including Kurt Hydraulics, Kurt Workholding, and Kinetic Bike Trainers. Industries served include aerospace, defense, construction, semiconductor, oil and energy, and consumer goods. With over 500 non-unionized workers, we’re positioned to be a leading employer for years to come.
What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.
Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a qualifiedindividual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.
5280 Main St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55421, USA
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Job Description Posted Friday, September 26, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Founded in 1946 in Minneapolis, MN, Kurt helps businesses succeed through best-quality contract machining, aluminum die casting, screw machining and custom product solutions. Kurt’s unparalleled engineering expertise and legacy of excellence come together to produce best-in-class products.
The Sales Manager - Contract Manufacturing is responsible for selling Kurt’s Machining and Die Casting services directly to customers in industries such as Aerospace and Defense, Energy, Robotics, Recreational Vehicles, Agriculture Equipment, and many others. The Sales Manager is responsible for generating and qualifying leads, preparing detailed proposals, building relationships with new and existing customers, working with sales representatives, and ultimately winning new business to increase sales. This role involves interacting with potential customers, understanding their needs, and effectively communicating the value of the company’s offerings.
Ideal Candidate
Our ideal candidate will have experience with sales or account management , at least 5 years of experience with CNC machining (die cast experience is helpful, not required), and the ability to read and understand customer blueprints, specifications, and technical documents. The ideal candidate will also possess strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, and the ability to build effective business relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring strong customer satisfaction, and must be available for travel.
Salary Range
The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $80,000 to $105,000 plus commission. The exact salary may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.
Essential Functions
Develop sales and marketing plans and identify opportunities for growth in key target industries or with target customers
Follow up promptly on leads and work with outside sales representatives around the country to identify and create opportunities
Prepare timely, accurate proposals for customers
Work closely with key internal stakeholders including estimating, program management, and engineering to ensure customer satisfaction
Travel as required, mainly customer visits and trade shows
Prepare regular sales reports that show sales and marketing results and include recommendations for activity changes as required
Develop, maintain and evaluate all marketing activities including advertising, trade shows and other promotional efforts
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.
Required
5+ years of experience with contract sales related to CNC Machining or contact manufacturing; experience with Die Casting is a plus
Bachelor's Degree – preferably in business or a technical field.
Technical experience, including an understanding of manufacturing techniques and the ability to read and understand blueprints, specifications, and other technical customer requirements
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Detail oriented, organized and able to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Experience working with an outside sales representative team
Strong motivation, leadership, and communication and negotiation skills
Skilled with Microsoft Office products; experience with Epicor ERP is a plus
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
Preferred
Master's Degree or MBA
10+ years of related experience
Account management or program management experience
Kurt Manufacturing is proud to offer a broad benefits package to include:
Medical, dental, vision plans which are effective on Day 1
Health Care Savings Account (HSA)
Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
Company Paid Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
100% employee-owned and operating 6 divisions in 4 states with over 500,000 square feet of manufacturing space, Kurt is a bright beacon in U.S. manufacturing. Our proficiency in manufacturing technology enables us to partner with the world’s most demanding customers and take on some of the most complex challenges. Through our manufacturing experience Kurt has also built its own product lines including Kurt Hydraulics, Kurt Workholding, and Kinetic Bike Trainers. Industries served include aerospace, defense, construction, semiconductor, oil and energy, and consumer goods. With over 500 non-unionized workers, we’re positioned to be a leading employer for years to come.
What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.
Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a qualifiedindividual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.
5280 Main St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55421, USA
#J-18808-Ljbffr