Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Kansas City Office - Kansas City, MO 64108
SALES MANAGER
Position Title: Sales Manager
Department: Sales
Reports To: Director of Sales
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Sales Manager is responsible for leading inside sales operations and driving revenue growth across Open Road Brands and Allied Brands. This role combines sales leadership, relationship management, and operational coordination to align cross-selling initiatives, support external sales representatives, and strengthen key customer partnerships. The position balances strategic planning with hands-on execution, ensuring brand strategy, pricing, and account priorities are consistently supported. The Sales Manager plays a critical role in expanding distribution, increasing account penetration, and driving overall sales performance.
WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE FOR THIS ROLE AT OPEN ROAD BRANDS:
Manage day-to-day inside sales operations and customer engagement activities
Drive cross-selling initiatives across Open Road Brands and Allied Brands
Support and coordinate efforts with external sales representatives to ensure brand alignment and account focus
Manage a portfolio of key customer accounts, supporting growth, new store expansion, and ongoing account performance
Align sales execution with brand strategy, pricing structure, and account priorities
Coordinate trade show planning, execution, and follow-up activities
Track, develop, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inside sales performance
Build and maintain strong customer relationships to support retention and revenue growth
Collaborate with internal teams, including product, operations, marketing, and finance to support account success
Identify opportunities to improve sales processes, communication, and account support strategies
Provide performance feedback, reporting, and insights to sales leadership
Support future development of inside sales structure and best practices
Perform additional duties as assigned
PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant sales experience
Experience in inside sales, account management, or sales operations
Strong leadership, relationship-building, and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM or sales tracking tools
Commercially minded with an understanding of pricing, margin, and brand strategy
Ability to collaborate effectively across internal and external teams
PHYSICAL + WORK REQUIREMENTS
Office-based role
Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional travel may be required for trade shows, customer meetings, or company events
Qualifications