Area Manager

Company: PeopleShare Inc
Location: Ashland
Posted on: May 18, 2025

Job Description:

If your idea of multitasking is juggling clients, trade shows, and forecasts-you might be our next Area Manager!

PeopleShare is hiring an Area Manager in Ashland, VA - Apply today for this direct hire opportunity!

Area Manager Job Details:
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM (expected to be available by phone until 8:00PM)
Pay: $60K/annual base + 25K++ Commission Annually
Employment Type: Direct Hire

Area Manager Job Description:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key decision-makers
• Collaborate with engineering teams and product managers to support integration of company products
• Provide detailed and accurate price quotes to customers
• Assist in collections of past-due payments
• Partner with and manage sales associates and work with customer service to resolve issues and ensure top-notch service
• Work with and manage RGA (Return Goods Authorization) requests
• Develop sales forecasts and assist in planning budgets and marketing strategies
• Travel to designated site locations to represent the company at trade shows and industry events(company vehicle provided)
• Stay informed about market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs
• Complete other duties as assigned Area Manager Job Requirements:
  • Must have 5+ years of experience in outside or territory sales within the industrial (mechanical or engineering) or agricultural sales
  • Strong relationship-building skills and ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience with managing sales teams to achieve results
  • Previous experience with forecasting, quoting, and budgeting preferred
  • Comfortable travelling to and attending trade shows and interfacing with clients in a professional setting
  • Knowledge of SAP, Outlook, and CRM systems is a plus
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, follow up consistently, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-starter with a customer-first attitude and strong problem-solving skills
    
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    PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
    
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    Requirements: Job Type: Permanent Post Date: 05/16/2025

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