Director of Sales - South
Visual Comfort & Co. is seeking a Director of Sales to lead and execute strategic sales initiatives across the Southern region, driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and strengthening customer relationships.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement regional sales strategies aligned with corporate goals.
- Identify growth opportunities and lead initiatives to capture new business.
- Implement and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales forecasts.
- Manage the regional sales budget and expenses.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, builders, specifiers, and retailers.
- Develop and own the distribution strategy within the territory.
- Collaborate with marketing and product teams to support channel‑specific campaigns.
- Lead and motivate independent and company sales representatives.
- Set clear performance goals, provide ongoing coaching and development.
- Track and analyze sales metrics to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Requirements3> - Minimum 10 years of B2B sales experience, including at least five years in a sales leadership role.
- 5+ years of experience selling to residential home builders and/or architecture/design professionals.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience; MBA preferred.
- Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing sales teams while achieving revenue targets.
- Strong financial and business acumen.
- Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to challenge conventional approaches through data‑driven decision making.
- Skilled at viewing challenges from multiple perspectives and navigating complex solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Consistent demonstration of high professional and ethical standards.
- Proficiency in CRM and other sales enablement tools.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 80%).
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plan.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
- Company‑provided Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability.
- 401(k) Employer Match.
- Generous vacation and paid time‑off programs.
- Closed on all major holidays.
- Team member discounts on Visual Comfort products.
Compensation: $160,000 plus monthly bonus.
Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. To be eligible for this role, you must be authorized to work in the United States. Visual Comfort & Co. does not offer or sponsor employment‑based immigration for this role.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Sales and Business Development
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