Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from New System Laundry, a family owned and operated company, not from a recruiting firm.
Job overview
The Area Sales Manager role in Seattle involves expanding market share for New System Laundry by managing sales in northern, eastern, and southern Seattle regions, focusing on business-to-business sales in hospitality and related industries.
Responsibilities and impact
The manager will build and maintain customer relationships, advise on product solutions, develop a sales pipeline, and work independently in the field to meet sales goals and grow the company's presence.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a base salary of $67,724 plus commission with first-year earnings around $82,000, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company vehicle or car allowance, gas card, 401(k) with employer match, holiday and vacation pay, and incentives.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have proven B2B sales success in hospitality or similar industries, strong consultative selling skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently; experience in commercial laundry or food and beverage sales is preferred.
Work environment and culture
The company values its employees as its greatest asset, fostering a growth-minded, accountable, fun, and rewarding environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Company information
New System Laundry is a family owned and operated linen service company in the Northwest focused on quality, integrity, and innovation in hospitality-related services.
Job location and travel
The job is based near Seattle with a home office but requires extensive fieldwork within the assigned territory, visiting prospects and customers regularly.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique feature of working primarily in the field across Seattle's hospitality venues rather than a traditional office setting, with a company vehicle or allowance provided for travel.
Company overview
The State University of New York (SUNY) is a comprehensive public university system in New York State, comprising 64 campuses, including research universities, community colleges, and specialized institutions. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, making higher education accessible to a diverse student population. SUNY generates revenue through tuition, state funding, research grants, and partnerships with businesses and industries. Established in 1948, SUNY has grown to become one of the largest university systems in the United States, known for its commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your proven success in B2B sales within hospitality or similar industries, emphasizing your ability to sell over longer sales cycles and to both established and startup venues in competitive markets.
Focus on showcasing your consultative selling skills, strong organizational abilities, and your capacity to proactively plan and manage sales territories for maximum impact, as these are key to excelling in this role at State University of New York - System.
Apply through multiple channels including the State University of New York - System corporate career site, LinkedIn, and reputable job boards to maximize your exposure and chances of landing the Area Sales Manager position in Seattle.
Connect with current sales professionals or managers within the New System Laundry division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like complimenting recent company growth, asking about their experience managing Seattle territories, or inquiring about key challenges in the role to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'B2B sales,' 'consultative selling,' 'hospitality industry,' 'pipeline management,' and 'territory sales management' to ensure it passes automated screenings effectively.
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