Manager, Sales Growth and Partnerships

Do you enjoy cars RVs boats manufacturing and building relationships that create long-term business growth

If youre energized by helping customers solve problems developing new partnerships and creating opportunities that drive results this may be the opportunity youve been looking for.

For more than 65 years Steele Rubber Products has been a trusted supplier of premium weatherstripping seals and rubber components to customers across the automotive restoration RV and marine industries. We serve a diverse customer base that includes restoration shops manufacturers service providers distributors dealers and automotive enthusiasts throughout North America.

Some companies simply sell products.

Others help customers protect significant investments complete dream restorations and get the most enjoyment out of their vehicle.

At Steele Rubber Products thats what we do every day.

Our reputation is built on product quality technical expertise and exceptional customer support.

As we continue to grow we are seeking a Manager of Sales Growth & Partnerships to help expand our market presence strengthen customer relationships and contribute to the future growth of our sales organization.

Many sales opportunities ask you to build growth with limited support.

This opportunity is different and is about more than generating sales.

Were looking for someone who wants to help shape growth.

Steele Rubber Products has built a strong reputation over more than six decades serving customers across the automotive restoration RV and marine industries. As we continue to grow were intentionally strengthening our sales organization expanding our market reach and creating new opportunities for long-term success.

The person who joins our team wont simply inherit a territory and execute a predefined plan. Theyll have the opportunity to contribute ideas influence strategy identify new opportunities and help us determine what the next phase of growth looks like.

If youre looking for a role where your experience can genuinely influence the direction of the business not just your individual sales numbers this may be the opportunity youve been searching for.

1. Identify and develop new business opportunities within assigned markets.
2. Build relationships with restoration businesses RV manufacturers marine builders distributors dealers and specialty vehicle companies.
3. Expand opportunities within existing customer accounts.
4. Conduct customer meetings product overviews and business reviews.
5. Collaborate with inside sales customer service and operations teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience.
6. Maintain an active pipeline of prospects opportunities and customer development activities.
7. Develop and execute account growth plans.
8. Provide market intelligence and strategic input to support continued growth initiatives

Earnings Opportunity

1. Base Salary: $85000
2. On-Target Earnings: $135000
3. Uncapped commission opportunity
4. Performance-based commission plan tied to growth from both new customer acquisition and existing account expansion

Additional Benefits

1. Mileage reimbursement
2. Business expense reimbursement
3. Comprehensive benefits package
4. Paid time off
5. Professional development opportunities
6. Career growth within a stable and growing organization

1. Experience in business development outside sales account management or B2B sales.
2. Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
3. A proactive self-directed approach to prospecting and business development.
4. Ability to engage decision-makers across multiple functions and levels of an organization.
5. Curiosity and willingness to learn technical products and applications.
6. A customer-focused mindset centered on solving problems and creating value.

Experience in automotive restoration RV marine manufacturing aftermarket parts industrial products or distribution is helpful but not required.

If youve read this far heres what may matter most. Success in this role isnt expected to happen alone. Youll have direct access to company leadership the ability to influence decisions and the opportunity to help shape the next phase of our sales organization.

Because of our size your ideas can be heard and implemented. Because of our culture communication is encouraged and collaboration is expected. Because of our commitment to growth youll have access to the tools technology resources and support needed to build something meaningful. And because we believe great performance requires balance we strive to provide an environment that supports both professional achievement and personal well-being.

This isnt simply an opportunity to join a sales team. Its an opportunity to help build what comes next.

Required Experience:

Manager