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Sales Director

Talent Harbor
Cranston, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026

Sales Director (Player-Coach) | Custom Manufacturing


We’re working with a growing U.S.-based manufacturer focused on custom-engineered solutions for industrial OEMs—not off-the-shelf products, but highly technical, project-based work.

They’re hiring a Sales Director to build and scale their commercial function. This is a hands-on, player-coach role where you’ll drive new business while shaping the sales structure, process, and future team.


What You’ll Do

  • Own new business development and key accounts
  • Sell complex, custom solutions to engineering stakeholders
  • Build pipeline discipline, forecasting, and sales processes
  • Partner with engineering, operations, and marketing
  • Help define and scale the commercial team


What They’re Looking For

  • 7–10 years in B2B sales
  • Experience selling custom / engineered / complex solutions
  • Comfortable with long sales cycles (12 months)
  • Ability to engage technical buyers
  • Player-coach mindset with strong execution


Comp & Details

  • $115K base / up to $165K–$190K OTE
  • Strong benefits 401(k) match
  • On-site in Cranston, RI ~30–40% travel


Why This Role

  • Build a commercial function from the ground up
  • High visibility with leadership
  • Complex, technical sales environment (not transactional)

Salary : $115,000

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