Sales Manager

Great news! Schillings is seeking a motivated and experienced Sales Manager to lead and develop our sales teams in Mokena, IL. This position may oversee retail sales, contractor sales, or a combination of both depending on the candidate's background and strengths. We are looking for a driven leader who understands customer service, sales growth, relationship building, team development, and the building materials industry.This role requires strong communication skills, leadership ability, problem-solving, and the confidence to manage customer issues, sales strategy, and daily operations independently.ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, and develop sales staff across multiple sales departmentsOversee daily sales operations including customer service, estimating, special orders, and sales follow-upManage and maintain showroom appearance, product displays, samples, and merchandisingBuild and maintain strong relationships with homeowners, contractors, builders, remodelers, and vendorsDevelop new business opportunities and strengthen existing customer relationshipsWork directly with customers to resolve complaints, delivery concerns, product issues, and jobsite challengesReview bids, margins, pricing, and special-order accuracyUnderstand blueprint takeoffs, material estimating, and product recommendationsMonitor sales performance, market trends, and competitive pricingParticipate in builder meetings, networking events, jobsite visits, and customer appointments as neededCoordinate employee scheduling, training, coaching, and performance reviewsWork closely with purchasing, operations, and accounting departments to ensure customer satisfaction and profitable sales growthQualificationsPrevious sales leadership or management experience preferredExperience in building materials, lumber, construction, home improvement, flooring, windows, doors, decking, or related industries strongly preferredStrong understanding of customer service, estimating, margins, and sales operationsAbility to communicate professionally with homeowners, contractors, builders, and employeesSelf-motivated with strong organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and customer needs in a fast-paced environmentComputer proficiency and willingness to learn company systemsValid driver's license requiredBenefitsCompetitive payNever work evenings or SundaysOpportunities for advancement availableMISSION - Give our customers what they want, on time and error-freeSchillings provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, unfavorable discharge from military status, sex, marital status, disability, order of protection status, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Schillings is a drug-free workplace.