Sales Manager Aetna Building Solutions - 1.0 Maywood, IL Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $85,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid training Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Qualifications Customer communication Construction sales Strategic goal setting Customer relationship building Client onboarding Sales analytics & reporting tools Managing sales strategy or development teams ERP systems Bachelor's degree in business Sales training Account development Mid-level Sales team management Inside sales Team development Key Performance Indicators Bachelor's degree Client retention Construction industry experience Sales growth strategy Sales coaching Territory management Mentoring Sales territory planning Leading team collaboration initiatives Activity sales targets CRM system proficiency Achieving sales targets Customer service management Sales leadership Full Job Description Sales Manager Maywood, IL | Full-Time | Salaried (Exempt) Occasional travel to Aetna Building Solutions' branches Aetna Building Solutions is looking for a sales-minded leader to run our Inside Sales & Customer Service team across all branch locations. We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds — inside sales, outside sales, or branch/retail management — who know how to manage, mentor, and coach a team of high-performing reps. This is a hands-on leadership role: you'll set the tone for a high performance, customer-first culture while ensuring the team hits sales targets and delivers exceptional service. Industry experience in building materials distribution is a strong plus, and prior experience with DMSi Agility software is a huge plus. Most importantly, you'll need to be someone who can dig in, learn our systems, and become the go-to subject matter expert for the team. What You'll Do Lead the Inside Sales team to achieve sales and service goals across multiple branches Set clear expectations and annual goals aligned with company strategy Coach, mentor, and develop a large group of reps, including regular one-on-ones and team huddles Partner with Outside Sales, Purchasing, and Logistics to keep everyone aligned around the customer Oversee onboarding and training, including product knowledge and CRM/ERP systems Build and maintain key customer relationships to support retention and growth Use CRM and ERP data to track performance, spot trends, and uncover growth opportunities Lead quarterly KPI reviews and partner with the Outside Sales Manager on Territory Growth Plans Who We're Looking For A sales management background — inside sales, outside sales, or branch management experience all welcome A hands-on coaching style with a track record of developing teams Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust and lead through influence across locations Comfort with CRM/ERP systems; DMSi Agility experience is a significant plus Building materials, construction supply, or distribution experience strongly preferred Bachelor's degree in business, sales, or related field preferred 5+ years in sales or customer service leadership, including 2+ years managing a team Compensation & Benefits Include $65,000-$85,000 per year plus incentive earning potential. Compensation is based on job experience, skills, education, training, and more to be determined at time of offer. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Profit Sharing Program Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Ongoing training and career development Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities

About Aetna Building Solutions:

Aetna Building Solutions is a Midwest-based distributor of building materials, helping customers bring projects to life and grow their business. We offer a wide range of products, but what sets us apart is our people—focused on relationships, problem-solving, and delivering value every day.

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