• Sales Director, Reseller Sales

    Sharp Electronics Corporation (Downers Grove, IL)


    Overview

     

    The Director, Reseller Sales position will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the regional sales team, aligning resources and initiatives to maximize performance. Develop and implement both short- and long-term plans that support the overarching sales vision and strategic goals. Champion innovation to improve business processes, enhance product value, and elevate the customer experience. Apply broad business acumen to set clear priorities, drive financial improvement, and consistently exceed customer expectations. This position can be located anywhere in the US and preferably close to a major city for travel requirements.

    Responsibilities

    Team Leadership & Development

    + Recruit, train, mentor, and motivate a high-performing regional sales team.

    + Assign territories and establish sales quotas in alignment with corporate objectives.

    + Conduct performance evaluations and manage all aspects of personnel decisions, including hiring, coaching, and terminations.

    + Provide strategic direction and hands-on guidance to help sales representatives grow revenue in their assigned territories.

    Strategic Planning & Execution

    + Lead strategic planning initiatives across assigned territories to drive market penetration and revenue growth.

    + Develop and maintain accurate sales forecasts to inform long-range corporate planning.

    + Actively contribute to executive management meetings and strategic planning sessions.

    + Partner cross-functionally with departments including Finance, Operations, HR, Legal, and Marketing to ensure alignment with business goals.

    Sales Oversight & Customer Engagement

    + Drive the team to exceed revenue targets while ensuring compliance with company policies and processes.

    + Cultivate executive-level relationships with key strategic reseller accounts.

    + Identify and address customer challenges, providing solutions to strengthen partner engagement.

    + Maintain deep familiarity with the region’s top 25 accounts through regular field travel and direct engagement (minimum 50% travel required).

    + Lead the resolution of high-impact customer escalations to ensure satisfaction and retention.

    + Support global sales initiatives in collaboration with vertical, regional, and solutions-focused sales teams.

    Business Management & Tools

    + Manage pricing approvals, discounting strategies, and margin compliance to support profitable growth.

    + Oversee the allocation and effectiveness of sales-related expenses, including Market Development Funds (MDF) and customer engagement investments.

    + Promote and train on sales enablement tools such as Salesforce, SABA, and ZoomInfo to maximize team productivity.

    + Encourage innovative thinking and solution-oriented approaches to complex business challenges.

    Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or equivalent. Master’s degree in Business Administration is a plus.

    + Minimum 12 year’s directly related sales experience in a high technology company including Professional Audio Visual, digital display, hardware sales.

    + Minimum 2 years sales management, team leader experience or equivalent.

    + Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills to relate, interact and lead direct reports in addition to influencing, sales and presentation skills.

    + Ability to develop and effectively implement regional sales and marketing plans.

    + Experience using Salesforce.com and business intelligent analytics software.

    + Minimum 50% travel required.

    + Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

     

    ABOUT US: Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA)

     

    Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation, a global technology company which has been named to Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Company List. Sharp strives to help businesses achieve Simply Smarter work by helping companies manage workflow efficiently, create immersive and engaging environments, and increase productivity. SIICA offers a full suite of secure printer and copier solutions, professional and commercial visual displays and projectors, software management and productivity software and markets durable Dynabook laptops. As a total solutions provider, Sharp has a reputation for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry-leading customer support expertise.

     

    Compensation for this position

     

    The compensation range for this role is$140,000 - $210,000. The listed salary range or contractual rate excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, and any other forms of compensation or benefits. The starting salary will be determined by several variables, including but not limited to experience, education, training, certification, and location. You may also be eligible to receive an annual discretionary incentive award, commissions, and program-specific awards, which are subject to the rules governing these programs.

    Employee perks

    + Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision).

    + 401k retirement plan with a competitive match and plenty of financial support tools.

    + Employee Assistance Plan to care for you and your family's mental and behavioral health, balance, and support. Financial protection for you and your family (life insurance and disability insurance)

    + Rewarding and holistic wellness program.

    + Training, professional development, and mentorship

    + Full suite of voluntary insurance benefits for financial planning (auto, home, ID protection and legal)

    + Dynamic culture eager to innovate, enhance diversity, and work smarter.

     

    _Sharp Electronics Corporation is an equal opportunity employer – minority – female – disability - veteran._

     

    _No agency resumes will be accepted or fees paid in the absence of an official written engagement agreement executed in advance by Human Resources for this particular position._

     

    _All applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship. All applications must include compensation expectations in order to be considered. Local candidates only, please._

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    **Job Location** _US-IL-Downers Grove_

    **Posted Date** _3 days ago_ _(5/14/2025 12:42 PM)_

    **_Job ID_** _2025-8431_

    **_Category_** _Sales_