Outside Sales Executive - Metal Stamping

A well-established industrial manufacturer near Bloomingdale, IL is seeking an experienced Sales Representative to support continued growth across key markets. This role is focused on developing new business, expanding existing customer relationships, and serving as a trusted partner to clients needing custom manufactured components and services.

• Develop and manage a territory of industrial customers across the Midwest region
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, and referrals
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing accounts
• Work closely with internal engineering, estimating, and production teams to ensure accurate quoting and successful order execution
• Prepare and present proposals, pricing, and product/service capabilities to customers
• Attend customer meetings and conduct facility visits as needed
• Track sales activity, pipeline progress, and forecasts using CRM tools
• Support customer issue resolution and ensure long-term account satisfaction
• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows when applicable

• 3+ years of B2B sales experience in an industrial environment
• Background selling manufacturing services or industrial products (metal fabrication, stamping, machining, forming, etc. strongly preferred)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to understand technical drawings/specs and communicate with engineering/manufacturing teams
• Proven ability to prospect and close new business
• Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally/regionally as needed

• Experience selling custom manufacturing solutions rather than commodity products
• Familiarity with OEMs, industrial distributors, or Tier manufacturing environments
• Experience working with quoting and cost-driven customer decision processes

• Competitive compensation package (base + commission)
• Strong internal support team and established manufacturing capabilities
• Stable company with long‑term customer relationships
• Opportunity to grow a territory and build a long‑term sales career