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Director of Sales

Monkey in the Metal, Baltimore, MD, United States


Monkey in the Metal Director of Sales (Sales Manager) Location : Baltimore, Maryland

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

OTE : $170,000 - $185,000 at $2M in annual sales

Benefits : Uncapped commissions, 401(k) with company match, Paid time off, Flexible/hybrid schedule, Professional development support, Clear path to building and leading a sales team

About Monkey in the Metal

Monkey in the Metal (MITM) is a fast‑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, nearly doubling our revenue and capabilities.

We operate from a 12,000 sq. ft. facility in Baltimore and are executing a 5‑year growth plan to scale from approximately $2M to $10M+ in annual revenue.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Director of Sales / Sales Manager to lead and own the revenue growth across two complementary product lines: custom architectural millwork & metalwork (MITM) and presentation furniture / audio systems (KSI). This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will drive new business, expand key accounts, and build the systems and processes that will support the growth of our sales team.

As the company's first dedicated senior sales leader, you will be responsible for strategy, execution, and performance.

What Success Looks Like in Year 1

Generate $2M+ in combined MITM + KSI sales

Achieve a 10% cross‑sell rate between customer bases

Build and maintain a qualified pipeline for 2026 and beyond

Implement repeatable sales processes and CRM discipline

Establish relationships that support recurring and repeat revenue

Lay the groundwork for hiring and managing future sales team members

Key Responsibilities

Own the overall sales strategy and revenue performance

Personally drive new business development and account growth

Develop and maintain relationships with: National and regional general contractors, Architects and designers, Universities and cultural institutions & Corporate and commercial clients

Identify and execute cross‑selling opportunities between MITM and KSI

Manage and forecast pipeline activity using CRM

Build standardized sales processes, stages, and reporting

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

Prepare for future hiring, training, and managing of sales staff

Required Qualifications

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

Proven success opening new accounts and closing complex deals

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

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

Comfortable working independently and managing territory

Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel

Preferred Qualifications

Experience selling both custom fabrication and product‑based solutions

Knowledge of estimating and project scoping

Familiarity with ERP systems (INNERGY a plus)

Experience building sales processes in a growing company

Track record of successfully cross‑selling complementary offerings

Compensation and Benefits

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

Target OTE: $170,000 - $185,000 at $2M in annual sales

Uncapped commissions

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible/hybrid work schedule

Professional development support

Clear career path to building and leading a sales team

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