Sales Manager
Thompson Safety
Charlotte, NC · Posted September 2, 2026
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November 2026
- #2Best cities for manufacturing and industrial jobs645 openings · of 100
- #2Cities with the most jobs that do not need a four-year degree in the Southeast298 jobs · of 72
- #3Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Southeast654 openings · of 65
- #5Best cities for financial services jobs726 openings · of 90
- #6Cities hosting the most business conferences in the Southeast13 conferences · of 21
- #8Best cities for healthcare pay after cost of living$143k · of 24
Rankings about sales jobs
- Best cities for sales jobs #1 New York (2,774 openings)
- Best cities for sales pay after cost of living #1 Santa Clara ($175k)
- Most requested AI skills in sales jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (4.1%)
- AI tools named most often in sales jobs #1 Gong (0.93%)
- Employers with the most sales jobs #1 Charter Communications (389 roles)
Pay compared with the market
This listing does not state pay. Across 182 open sales manager listings that state pay, the middle half runs $60,000 to $139,500 and the median is $109,000.
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How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among sales managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for sales managers: 4% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
Job Summary:
The Sales Manager is responsible for the management and development of the sales department for one or more locations (San Antonio/Austin). Responsibilities include hiring, training, and developing outside and inside sales team, on-going coaching, directly selling to company’s customers and prospects, and working with operations to grow new business and current customer sales. Other responsibilities include providing strategic guidance, supervision, and leadership to a diverse workforce, specifically the Account Executive and Market Development representative positions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly manages a team of employees.
Responsible for hiring, coaching, developing, and managing performance for direct reports.
Essential Job Functions:
Assume all profit and loss accountability for the sales department.
Recruit and hire Account Executives and Market Development Reps to grow the sales department.
Train sales department on Thompson Safety Sales Process, as well as specific safety product lines and OSHA/ANSI compliance regulations
Provide on-going coaching and feedback through regular check-in’s, ride-along’s, and mentorship.
Goodwill to current customers.
Direct selling into prospects, specifically target accounts.
Build and develop partnerships that will grow the business within the industry marketplace (NAFED, ASSP, NSC)
Educate service department on identifying leads and closing business.
Work with General Manager to foster success between sales, operations, and culture.
Overall responsibility to ensure maximum level of engagement and performance of sales personnel in accordance with applicable laws and the company’s values.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field, preferred.
5 or more years of experience in the B2B Facility Services.
3 or more years of experience in Outside Sales.
2 or more years of Sales Management experience.
Strong marketing and sales strategy development experience.
Working knowledge of safety distribution industry.
Ability to set and meet aggressive commitments to achieve business objectives.
Ability to focus and prioritize in a fast-paced business environment.
Ability to manage and lead staff to excellent performance.
Ability to build strategic partnerships and possess a strong and positive track record of growth within a market .
Maintains a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability pass a drug and background check.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, talking on the phone, attending virtual online meetings, and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel when needed.
We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.