The selected candidate will lead business development initiatives, mentor an established design team, strengthen builder relationships, and drive strategic growth across the Raleigh market and future Coastal North Carolina expansion. This role requires an experienced player-coach who can balance executive sales leadership with hands-on operational support while fostering a culture of accountability, customer service, and long-term growth.
HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Director of Sales to join one of our valued client partners in Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a full-time, onsite leadership opportunity for an accomplished sales executive with extensive experience in custom cabinetry, kitchen and bath design, and residential construction sales. The selected candidate will lead business development initiatives, mentor an established design team, strengthen builder relationships, and drive strategic growth across the Raleigh market and future Coastal North Carolina expansion.
This role requires an experienced player-coach who can balance executive sales leadership with hands-on operational support while fostering a culture of accountability, customer service, and long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute the overall sales strategy for the cabinet and bath division
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop a team of six design professionals
Drive new business development while expanding relationships with residential builders and contractors
Develop strategic growth initiatives supporting market expansion throughout Raleigh and Coastal North Carolina
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline while ensuring consistent revenue growth
Serve as the primary sales leader for builder accounts, maintaining exceptional client relationships
Align sales operations with company standards for quality, customer service, and operational excellence
Collaborate with leadership to improve sales performance, forecasting, and operational processes
Occasionally provide cabinet design support to ensure continuity for clients and builder partners
Monitor sales performance metrics, market trends, and business opportunities to support continued growth
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 7–10 years of leadership experience within cabinetry, kitchen and bath design, residential construction, or related building products sales
Proven success leading and scaling a business generating $2 million or more in annual revenue
Extensive experience selling directly to residential builders within relationship-driven markets
Strong knowledge of custom kitchen and bath cabinetry, design principles, construction processes, and residential jobsite workflow
Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing high-performing sales teams
Excellent business development, negotiation, and client relationship management skills
Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership abilities
Ability to work onsite in Raleigh, North Carolina
U.S.-based applicants only
Must be authorized to work in the United States
No employment sponsorship available
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading multi-location or regional sales organizations
Background in custom home building, residential construction supply, or building materials
Experience implementing sales processes, CRM systems, and performance metrics
Strong financial acumen with forecasting and budgeting experience
Experience managing high-value builder and developer relationships
Proven record of expanding market share within competitive construction markets
Ability to successfully balance strategic leadership with hands-on operational support
HireNow Package
Compensation:$120,000–$130,000 annual base salary
Additional Incentives: 10–15% annual performance bonus, profit sharing, company vehicle, and relocation assistance (negotiable)
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and executive leadership development opportunities
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Work Location: Onsite – Raleigh, North Carolina
Headcount: 1
HireNow Checklist
HireNow Staffing is recruiting a Director of Sales who demonstrates the following:
Bachelor's degree
Minimum seven years of sales leadership experience within cabinetry, kitchen and bath, residential construction, or related industries
Proven experience growing revenue and leading sales organizations
Demonstrated success selling to residential home builders and developers
Strong knowledge of cabinetry products, kitchen and bath design, and construction project workflows
Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing sales and design professionals
Exceptional business development, negotiation, and client management skills
Strong strategic planning, forecasting, and operational leadership experience
Ability to work fully onsite in Raleigh, North Carolina
Meets all required qualifications while demonstrating several preferred qualifications
HireNow Standout Candidates
Candidates will be viewed most favorably if they demonstrate:
Extensive leadership experience within the cabinet, millwork, kitchen and bath, or residential construction industries
Proven success expanding regional markets and developing long-term builder partnerships
Strong executive leadership and business development capabilities
Experience managing both sales and design teams simultaneously
Outstanding financial, operational, and strategic planning skills
Demonstrated ability to scale revenue while maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction
Stable employment history demonstrating leadership, consistent career progression, and long-term commitment
HireNow Disqualifiers
The following will prevent candidates from moving forward in the hiring process:
Frequent unexplained job changes or unstable employment history (jumpy resumes will not be accepted or interviewed)
No leadership experience within cabinetry, kitchen and bath, residential construction, or closely related industries
No experience selling directly to residential builders
Inability to demonstrate successful revenue growth and sales leadership
No bachelor's degree
Inability to work onsite in Raleigh, North Carolina
Applicants requiring employment sponsorship
Candidates who do not meet the core qualifications listed for this position
HireNow Staffing Disclaimer
HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this Director of Sales opportunity. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview. Client-specific information will be shared only with qualified candidates during the interview process.