Division Manager - Sales Operations Industrial Service and Repair

K+S Services, a SunSource company, offers a full range of industrial repair capabilities with over 866 different Manufacturers and over 122,000 unique part numbers supported. We provide our customers with quality industrial repair services, effective solutions and efficient service through continuous quality improvements. With a growing number of operations throughout the USA, Canada, and Mexico, we offer a variety of exciting opportunities and strive to recognize our associates for their hard work and dedication. www.k-and-s.com

We’re seeking an experienced Division Manager to lead Sales Operations within one of our largest Corporate Accounts across the U.S. and Canada. This role is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven leader to drive long-term strategic growth, develop customer relationships, and lead a high-performing sales team.

This role is based in central Connecticut, residing in the Hartford areas is preferred.

Essential Functions:
• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to Account Managers and Regional Managers within the Aerospace Division.
• Develop and oversee maintenance and reliability job functions that directly impact customer operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at both the plant and corporate levels.
• Establish and implement best practices for customers across multiple sites.
• Ensure KPI performance targets are met at both divisional and plant levels, with regular reporting to key stakeholders.
• Develop spare parts and maintenance strategies to drive cost-effective repair solutions over new purchases.
• Identify and capitalize on new sales and service opportunities.
• Develop and execute annual budgets and sales targets for direct reports.
• Maintain accurate customer records in accordance with K+S corporate policies.
• Analyze market trends and competitor strategies and provide insights to K+S senior leadership.
• Drive cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives across assigned plants.

Experience, Education and Skills:
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree is related field is preferred.
• Previous outside sales experience within industrial sales/repair services and/or value add industrial distribution.
• Proven supervisory / leadership experience in industrial sales, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Experience selling repair/maintenance services into aerospace industry is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with diverse personalities.
• Strong customer relationship management skills with experience in contract and master agreement implementation and the ability to work with senior customer leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel within the U.S. and Canada as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn ERP and internal systems.
• Ability to identify repairable assets and understand their role in manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing maintenance philosophies and reliability-based equipment maintenance.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to align customer needs with K+S solutions.
• Exceptional multitasking, leadership, and team management skills.

We Offer:
• Competitive salary and bonus package aligned with industry standards.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) with company match.
• A collaborative and growth-focused work environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• A healthy work-life balance in a dynamic and engaging industry.

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