Senior Sales Manager

Job Description
Senior Sales Manager
Dayton, OH | Full-Time, On-Site | Automotive Manufacturing
Up to $110,000 base + 20–40% bonus + car allowance + cell phone credit
We're partnering with a state-of-the-art Tier 1 automotive supplier known for producing stamped and welded components for major OEMs. Their Dayton facility is built on advanced technology, lean systems, and high standards for quality and efficiency. This is a well-established organization with strong customer relationships and a culture of continuous improvement.

You'll own the full sales function — from strategy and forecasting to quoting, pricing, and customer relationships. If you're a driven sales professional with automotive supplier experience and a track record of leading teams, this is a role worth a conversation.

Develop and execute annual and long-term sales plans aligned with company strategy
Lead sales forecasting, reporting, and budget management
Manage pricing changes driven by exchange rates, material costs, and adjustments
Build and maintain strong relationships with key OEM customers (including Honda) and internal stakeholders
Lead, coach, and develop the sales team — performance management, training, and coordination
Deliver presentations to internal leadership and external customers
Travel domestically and internationally on short notice as needed
8+ years of sales experience, ideally within automotive Tier 1 or Tier 2 supply chain
~ Proven experience managing a sales team and developing strategic plans
~ Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and related business tools
~ Experience with OEM customer management (Honda experience a strong plus)
~ Bilingual English/Japanese is preferred but not required
~ Ability to travel on short notice, including internationally
~ Bachelor's degree required
Compensation & Benefits
~ Performance bonus: 20–40% of base
~ Car allowance
~ Cell phone credit