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Head of Sales & Business Development

Monkey in the Metal, Baltimore, MD, United States


Monkey in the Metal Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 (based on experience)

OTE: $170,000 - $185,000 (with balanced mix)

Benefits

Uncapped commission

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Flexible/hybrid schedule

Professional development assistance

Opportunity to build and lead a sales team

About Monkey In The Metal Monkey in the Metal (MITM) is a rapidly growing architectural millwork and metal fabrication company, specializing in custom commercial construction and high‑end residential projects. In October 2025, we acquired KSI Professional, a 30‑year presentation furniture and speaker manufacturer, significantly expanding our capabilities and revenue potential. Operating from a 12,000 sq. ft. facility in Baltimore, we are on track to grow from $2M to $10M+ in revenue over the next five years.

Role Overview We are looking for a dynamic

Head of Sales & Business Development

to lead and grow revenue across two complementary product lines: custom architectural millwork/metalwork (MITM) and presentation furniture/audio systems (KSI). In this hands‑on leadership role, you will drive business development with national general contractors, universities, cultural institutions, and corporate clients. You will be the company's first dedicated senior sales leader, responsible for building processes, pipelines, and systems that will scale with future team growth.

What Success Looks Like In Year 1

Generate $2M+ in combined MITM + KSI sales

Achieve a 10% cross‑sell rate between MITM and KSI customer bases

Build a qualified pipeline for 2026 and beyond

Implement repeatable sales processes and CRM systems

Develop relationships that lead to recurring revenue streams

Key Responsibilities

Drive overall sales strategy and revenue performance

Develop new business and expand key accounts across diverse industries (hospitality, multi‑family, commercial construction)

Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, architects, designers, universities, and corporate clients

Identify and execute cross‑selling opportunities between MITM and KSI product lines

Manage pipeline activity and forecast sales using CRM systems

Build standardized sales processes and reporting frameworks

Collaborate with estimating, operations, and leadership teams on pricing, scope, and feasibility

Set the foundation for hiring, training, and managing future sales staff

Required Qualifications

3+ years of B2B sales experience in construction, architectural millwork, commercial furniture, AV systems, or related manufacturing environments

Proven track record of opening new accounts and managing complex, multi‑stakeholder sales cycles

Experience selling to general contractors, architects, designers, project managers, or institutional buyers

Strong relationship‑building skills and ability to communicate value at all levels (C‑suite to shop floor)

Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Self‑starter mentality with the ability to work independently and manage a remote territory

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for client meetings and site visits

Preferred Qualifications

Experience selling both custom fabrication and standardized product lines

Knowledge of the INNERGY ERP system

Understanding of estimating, quoting, and project scoping in manufacturing environments

Proven success cross‑selling complementary products to existing customers

Experience building sales processes from scratch in a growing company

Compensation And Benefits

Base salary: $70,000 - $85,000 (based on experience)

Tiered commission structure:

7% on new customer acquisition

6% on cross‑sell revenue

2% on existing customer renewals

Total OTE: $170,000 - $185,000 when hitting $2M sales target

Uncapped commission - the more you sell, the more you earn

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible/hybrid schedule

Professional development assistance

Opportunity to build and lead a sales team

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