Regional Sales Manager

<p>We are partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented manufacturer in the precision cutting tools space to identify a <strong>Regional Sales Manager</strong> to lead and expand a high-performing territory in the U.S. This is a strong opportunity for a proven <strong>cutting tool salesperson</strong> or <strong>applications professional</strong> ready to step into <strong>field sales leadership</strong>, as well as for an existing <strong>sales manager</strong> looking for a platform with significant upside.</p><p><br /></p><p>This role offers a clear path to advancement, with the opportunity to <strong>build and scale a regional sales team</strong>, expand market share, and drive revenue growth across a diverse base of <strong>CNC machining, metalworking, and manufacturing customers</strong>.</p><p><br /></p><p>The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for managing <strong>an established, multi-million-dollar territory with significant growth potential</strong>, overseeing both direct sales representatives and manufacturer’s representatives, and driving growth in <strong>round tooling (carbide cutting tools and PCD/diamond cutting tools)</strong>. The role is heavily focused on round tooling, supporting applications across milling, drilling, and high-performance machining environments. This individual will play a key role in <strong>developing people, growing territory revenue, and expanding the sales organization</strong> from a small team into a larger, scalable structure.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage a regional sales team consisting of <strong>direct sales reps and independent manufacturers’ reps</strong> </li><li>Drive revenue growth across key industries including <strong>aerospace, automotive, medical, and general machining</strong> </li><li>Develop and execute <strong>sales strategy, territory planning, and account growth initiatives</strong> </li><li>Recruit, train, and mentor new sales talent to <strong>expand the team from 3 to 6+ representatives over time</strong> </li><li>Provide <strong>technical sales support</strong> and collaborate with customers on tooling selection, optimization, and productivity improvements </li><li>Work closely with <strong>CNC programmers, machinists, and manufacturing engineers</strong> to deliver value-added solutions </li><li>Analyze performance metrics including <strong>sales volume, margin, and market penetration</strong> </li><li>Strengthen relationships with distributors, end users, and channel partners </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Technical &amp; Industry Background:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience from the shop floor and a deep understanding of machining processes, including:</p><ul><li>Experience working in or closely with <strong>CNC machine shops, job shops, or production machining environments</strong> </li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>cutting tools</strong>, including <strong>solid carbide, indexable tooling, and PCD/diamond tooling</strong> </li><li>Understanding of <strong>feeds and speeds, tooling geometry, carbide grades, coatings, and tool life optimization</strong> </li><li>Practical experience with <strong>tool setup, tool holding, and running machining operations (milling, drilling, turning)</strong> </li><li>Ability to speak credibly with <strong>machinists, programmers, and manufacturing engineers</strong> </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Current <strong>Regional Sales Manager, Territory Manager, or Senior Sales Engineer</strong> in cutting tools, metalworking, or industrial tooling</li><li>This could be a great move for a high-performing <strong>cutting tool salesperson or applications engineer</strong> ready to step into their first leadership role </li><li>Demonstrated success in <strong>technical sales within CNC machining, tooling, or metal removal</strong> </li><li>Proven ability or strong potential to <strong>hire, coach, and scale a sales team</strong> </li><li>Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to <strong>grow territory revenue and build market share</strong> </li><li>Strong communication skills with both technical and commercial stakeholders </li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Opportunity:</strong></p><ul><li>Base Salary: <strong>$120,000 – $130,000</strong> </li><li>Total W-2 Expected: <strong>$140,000 – $150,000+</strong> </li><li>Proven, revenue-generating territory with immediate impact and expansion opportunity</li><li>Opportunity to lead and expand across <strong>multiple open territories</strong> </li><li>Clear path for <strong>career advancement into senior leadership</strong> </li></ul><p><br /></p><p>This is a high-impact role for someone who understands <strong>cutting tool applications, CNC machining, and metalworking sales</strong>, and is ready to take the next step into <strong>sales leadership and team development</strong>.</p>