Cerrowire · 1 week ago
Sales Manager
Cerrowire is a trusted leader in the cable manufacturing sector for over 100 years, and they are seeking a Contractor Sales Manager to expand their reach in the Western region of the USA. This role focuses on building relationships with electrical contractors, driving product adoption, and collaborating on distribution strategies to enhance market position.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage contractor relationships to drive sustained sales growth
Own and drive contractor demand, working closely with directors on distribution strategy
Identify and qualify construction projects early for pipeline development
Pipeline activity and the business generated, both directly and through distribution
Collaborate with sales directors and regional teams to generate pull-through demand from contractors
Conduct jobsite visits and meetings with contractors, distributors, and key stakeholders
Deliver impactful product training and demonstrations to influence contractor preferences
Track and manage project milestones to ensure timely specification, quoting, and delivery
Support pricing strategies, bid preparation, and competitive positioning with both contractors and channel partners
Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to uncover new opportunities
Coordinate with internal operations, engineering, and marketing teams to align on customer needs
Report regularly on project pipeline health, wins and losses, and contractor engagement metrics—linking activity to distributor growth where applicable
Promote branding loyalty, value-added products, and long-term partnerships in assigned territories
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3+ years in Sales Account Management, preferably in the electrical, wire, or cable industry
Strong analytical skills and business acumen
Technical awareness with proven problem-solving capabilities
Excellent people skills with strong written and verbal communication abilities
Self-starter with high energy, drive for success, and ability to work independently
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively without supervision
Proven ability to develop and manage a sales project pipeline to deliver results to meet targets
Willingness to travel 50%+ of the time
Experience collaborating across sales, finance, and engineering teams
Proven ability to lead customer program activities and coordinate internal resources
Comfortable working in a dynamic, evolving business environment
Preferred
Experience working directly with Contractors is preferred
Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Previous wire and cable industry experience strongly preferred; knowledge of wiring system design and processes a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Spouse and Child Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Child Scholarship
401k/Roth with Company Match
Company Discounts: Travel Services, Technology, Cell Phone Service, Concert Tickets, Amusement Parks, and much more.
Company
Cerrowire
Cerrowire®, a Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading U.S.
Funding
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