Nicor, Inc.
Regional Sales Manager (Mid-West Region)
Nicor, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Join NICOR as our new (Mid-West) Regional Sales
Manager.
*This Regional Sales Manager will represent sales in the following states: Kansas, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Indiana. The selected candidate must live within the listed region.
Are you ready to take the lead as our new Mid-West/Mid-Central Regional Sales Manager at NICOR Lighting LLC. and ignite your career in the realm of high-performance lighting technology?
For over 40 years, we've been leading the way, crafting groundbreaking lighting solutions that seamlessly merge value and design excellence. From our hub in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and spanning a vast nationwide network, NICOR is synonymous with innovative lighting for homes, businesses, and industries alike.
But, here's the difference: we're not just manufacturers; we're committed to building trust through tailored services and unwavering customer support. Ready to shine bright in a career that's both pioneering and rewarding? This is where YOU come in.
WHAT WE HOPE YOU BRING TO NICOR We are seeking a results-driven sales professional with proven experience in the lighting or electrical industry. Industry expertise is essential for this role, as it demands immediate credibility with customers, distributors, and manufacturer representatives.
You bring a strong foundation of technical and market knowledge, paired with the discipline and drive needed to succeed in a performance-based sales environment. You are a self-starter who takes ownership of results, approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and consistently operates with integrity. Sales goals motivate you, relationships matter to you, and you thrive in environments where accountability and respect guide how work gets done.
Required Qualifications
Prior experience in the lighting industry or electrical field (required; candidates without this experience will not be considered)
Demonstrated success in sales, business development, or account management
Strong understanding of manufacturer representative and distributor sales channels
Ability to build and maintain long-term, trust-based customer relationships
Self-motivated, disciplined, and goal-oriented work style
High ethical standards and a solutions-first approach to challenges
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing regional or territory-based sales
Familiarity with product specification processes and project-driven sales
Experience in supporting or launching new products into the market
Comfort presenting technical products to varied audiences
WHY YOU'LL LOVE COMING TO WORK At NICOR, you'll work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where performance is valued and contributions are visible. This role goes beyond traditional sales-you'll help elevate the NICOR brand, influence market presence, and play a meaningful role in the company's growth.
As a Regional Sales Manager, you will:
Develop and grow relationships with new and existing customers
Drive sales through independent manufacturer representatives and distributors
Position NICOR products at the forefront of the market through strategic engagement
Manage and influence product specifications to support project wins
Lead and support new product launches within your region
Collaborate cross-functionally to meet sales, profitability, and growth targets
Represent NICOR with professionalism, consistency, and attention to detail
You will immerse yourself in NICOR's technology, operations, and processes, enabling you to clearly and effectively communicate our value proposition. Your attention to detail and understanding of our products will ensure that every interaction reflects the quality, innovation, and reliability NICOR stands for.
LOCATION This role offers a remote setting with 75% overnight travel within your designated region, Monday through Thursday, three weeks a month.
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Manager.
*This Regional Sales Manager will represent sales in the following states: Kansas, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois, Wisconsin, Missouri, and Indiana. The selected candidate must live within the listed region.
Are you ready to take the lead as our new Mid-West/Mid-Central Regional Sales Manager at NICOR Lighting LLC. and ignite your career in the realm of high-performance lighting technology?
For over 40 years, we've been leading the way, crafting groundbreaking lighting solutions that seamlessly merge value and design excellence. From our hub in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and spanning a vast nationwide network, NICOR is synonymous with innovative lighting for homes, businesses, and industries alike.
But, here's the difference: we're not just manufacturers; we're committed to building trust through tailored services and unwavering customer support. Ready to shine bright in a career that's both pioneering and rewarding? This is where YOU come in.
WHAT WE HOPE YOU BRING TO NICOR We are seeking a results-driven sales professional with proven experience in the lighting or electrical industry. Industry expertise is essential for this role, as it demands immediate credibility with customers, distributors, and manufacturer representatives.
You bring a strong foundation of technical and market knowledge, paired with the discipline and drive needed to succeed in a performance-based sales environment. You are a self-starter who takes ownership of results, approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, and consistently operates with integrity. Sales goals motivate you, relationships matter to you, and you thrive in environments where accountability and respect guide how work gets done.
Required Qualifications
Prior experience in the lighting industry or electrical field (required; candidates without this experience will not be considered)
Demonstrated success in sales, business development, or account management
Strong understanding of manufacturer representative and distributor sales channels
Ability to build and maintain long-term, trust-based customer relationships
Self-motivated, disciplined, and goal-oriented work style
High ethical standards and a solutions-first approach to challenges
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing regional or territory-based sales
Familiarity with product specification processes and project-driven sales
Experience in supporting or launching new products into the market
Comfort presenting technical products to varied audiences
WHY YOU'LL LOVE COMING TO WORK At NICOR, you'll work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where performance is valued and contributions are visible. This role goes beyond traditional sales-you'll help elevate the NICOR brand, influence market presence, and play a meaningful role in the company's growth.
As a Regional Sales Manager, you will:
Develop and grow relationships with new and existing customers
Drive sales through independent manufacturer representatives and distributors
Position NICOR products at the forefront of the market through strategic engagement
Manage and influence product specifications to support project wins
Lead and support new product launches within your region
Collaborate cross-functionally to meet sales, profitability, and growth targets
Represent NICOR with professionalism, consistency, and attention to detail
You will immerse yourself in NICOR's technology, operations, and processes, enabling you to clearly and effectively communicate our value proposition. Your attention to detail and understanding of our products will ensure that every interaction reflects the quality, innovation, and reliability NICOR stands for.
LOCATION This role offers a remote setting with 75% overnight travel within your designated region, Monday through Thursday, three weeks a month.
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