Territory Sales Manager

Drive territory growth, build lasting customer relationships, and represent industry‑leading automation solutions across a high‑potential Illinois market.

A well‑established and respected Illinois company is seeking a motivated Territory Sales Manager to join its team and cover the DuPage County territory. This remote-flexible position allows you to work from anywhere within your territory with no mandatory office hours, attending office meetings approximately once per month.

The Territory Sales Manager will inherit an established territory with existing customer relationships, recurring business opportunities, and significant growth potential. This role requires balancing account management with proactive business development efforts to expand market share while strengthening long‑term customer partnerships.

This organization is known for its strong technical expertise, collaborative culture, commitment to customer success, and investment in employee development. This is an excellent opportunity for a relationship‑driven sales professional seeking autonomy, growth potential, and the ability to make a direct impact within a well‑established territory.

• Compensation: $80,000+ base salary, depending on experience, plus uncapped commission
• Car and cell phone allowance
• Comprehensive training and development programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Remote flexibility with home‑based territory management
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

• Manage and grow existing territory accounts by developing strong customer relationships and identifying opportunities to increase sales
• Develop new business through prospecting, networking, referrals, social media, and other lead generation activities
• Present and sell automation and controls solutions to existing and prospective customers based on their specific needs
• Build long‑term customer relationships and serve as a trusted resource throughout the sales process
• Stay current on products, industry trends, and sales best practices while continuously developing product and sales knowledge

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent combination of sales experience, industry knowledge, and demonstrated business development success considered
• Proven experience as a Sales Representative or similar customer‑facing sales role with a track record of achieving sales goals and developing customer relationships
• Industrial automation, controls, electrical, or technical product knowledge preferred
• Must reside within or near the DuPage County market area

If you’re a relationship‑driven sales professional looking for autonomy, growth potential, and the opportunity to make a direct impact.

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