Sales Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands‑on Sales Manager for our regional glass company. You will be a “player‑coach” who leads the sales team while actively selling your own leads. You will help execute the strategy, hit aggressive sales targets, develop your team, and maintain a personal book of business by hunting new leads, building relationships, and closing deals. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, loves both leading people and closing big‑ticket glass projects, and is comfortable working in the field and in the office.

Join Central Glass, the area’s oldest family‑owned business with over 75 years of excellence. Be part of a tight‑knit team where your valued work will create stunning glass projects. Here, you’ll find:

• Impactful Work
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  Lead innovative glass installations, from shower enclosures to storefronts.
• Career Growth
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  Expand your skills with industry‑leading tools and training.
• Supportive Culture
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  Collaborate with passionate professionals dedicated to quality.
• Great Benefits
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  Health, dental, 401(k), and generous paid time off.

Central Glass is a trusted leader in commercial architectural glass and glazing systems. We specialize in curtain wall, storefront, curtain wall, aluminum windows, glass entrances, and other exterior façade solutions for mid‑to‑large‑scale commercial projects. With a commitment to precision, performance, and safety, we deliver high‑quality glazing solutions across a wide range of commercial construction markets.

• Leadership & Strategy:
  • Execute the company’s sales strategy and help refine it based on market feedback
  • Set, enforce, and track individual and team sales targets
  • Lead weekly sales meetings with a focus on accountability, pipeline review, and skill development
  • Coach, mentor, and support sales team members on their deals, challenges, and professional growth
  • Address team needs, performance issues, and roadblocks quickly and effectively
• Sales Operations & Reporting:
  • Ensure all sales data (CRM entries, quotes, orders) is accurate, timely, and complete
• Hands‑On Selling:
  • Maintain and grow a personal portfolio of key accounts and new business opportunities
  • Prospect and work your own lead lists (cold calls, networking, referrals, project bids)
  • Build and nurture long‑term relationships with contractors, architects, builders, and property owners
  • Prepare quotes, conduct site visits, negotiate terms, and close sales
  • Manage the full sales cycle for your own deals from lead to installation follow‑up
• Team & Culture:
  • Foster a high‑performance, collaborative sales culture focused on results and continuous improvement
  • Work closely with production, installation, and project management teams to ensure smooth handoffs and customer satisfaction
  • Recruit, interview, and onboard new sales talent as needed

• 5+ years of sales experience in the glass, glazing, construction, or building materials industry
• 2+ years of proven sales leadership or team management experience
• Demonstrated success closing large, complex B2B sales in the six and seven figure range
• Strong understanding of the regional construction market and glass/glazing applications
• Experience with CRM systems and sales reporting tools
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills
• Self‑motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to balance leadership and individual contributor duties
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the region as needed

• Competitive base salary + uncapped commission + benefits package
• Exact compensation will be based on experience and proven track record