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Kelly Services Area Sales Manager - Business Development in Rockford, Illinois
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager (Machine Tools / CNC)
Location: Remote – 40-60% travel
Preference to candidates living in Northeast or Southeast/East Coast or Western states US regions
Salary – $80-$100k base plus commissions – base open to discussion for right candidate
Key: Must have sales experience in machine tools, CNC, metal cutting, or industrial manufacturing
Client has relationships with fortune 500 companies and the best manufacturing companies including aerospace, defense, energy, and heavy manufacturing. Long sales cycle – selling machinery that can cost from $2 to $10 million
About the Opportunity:
Kelly Services is partnering with a highly respected, innovation-driven international manufacturing organization, HQ in Italy, to identify an experienced Regional Sales Manager. This is a high-impact role focused on driving revenue growth, expanding market presence, and building strategic relationships across key industrial sectors including aerospace, defense, energy, and heavy manufacturing.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated sales professional with a strong background in machine tools, metal cutting, or industrial manufacturing. This individual will lead complex, solution-based sales efforts for advanced CNC machining and capital equipment solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Growth & Market Expansion
Drive revenue growth through new business development and strategic account expansion
Identify and pursue opportunities within aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial sectors
Expand market presence through targeted sales strategies
Customer Engagement & Strategic Selling
Build relationships with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and key decision-makers
Lead full-cycle, solution-based sales processes for capital equipment
Deliver compelling technical and commercial presentations
Sales Execution & Leadership
Manage pipeline activity, forecasting, and sales performance metrics
Establish and execute sales strategies aligned with company goals
Technical Sales & Collaboration
Leverage expertise in CNC machining, metal cutting, and automation solutions
Partner with engineering teams to deliver customized solutions
Support product demos and ROI-driven proposals
Market Strategy & Industry Engagement
Monitor market trends, competitors, and pricing strategies
Represent the organization at trade shows and industry events
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Business, or related field)
5+ years of sales experience in machine tools, CNC, metal cutting, or industrial manufacturing
Proven success selling capital equipment in complex sales environments
Strong communication and presentation skills with executive-level stakeholders
Ability to translate technical solutions into business value
Experience managing long sales cycles and high-value deals
Proficiency with CRM systems and sales tools
What’s Offered:
Competitive base salary ($80,000 – $100,000) + performance-based incentives
Strong earning potential with growth opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technologies
High-visibility role within a growing organization
Additional Details:
Travel: 40–60% (client visits, industry events, key accounts)
Dynamic, high-growth environment with cutting-edge technology
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to:
? CHRC511@kellyservices.com
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