VP of Sales | Meat Processing Equipment | Chicago, IL

Backed by a larger food industry platform and recognized as a trusted partner to many of the nation's leading protein processors, the company combines deep industry knowledge with a highly collaborative approach to helping customers improve product quality, consistency, yield, and operational performance. The VP of Sales will have significant visibility across the organization, working directly with executive leadership, technical experts, and R&D teams to drive commercial strategy, support continued growth, and shape the future direction of the business.

This VP of Sales will be responsible for developing and executing the company's commercial strategy while leading and mentoring a sales organization focused on the protein processing industry. The role will drive revenue growth, strengthen key customer relationships, and identify new opportunities to expand the business's market presence.

• Lead the overall sales strategy to drive revenue growth, market share expansion, and long-term business objectives.
• Manage, develop, and coach a team of sales professionals and technical resources, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers across the meat, poultry, and protein processing industries.
• Identify new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, and market segments to support continued growth.
• Collaborate closely with technical and product development teams to align customer needs with innovative solutions and new product initiatives.
• Forecast sales performance, manage key accounts, and provide strategic insights to executive leadership regarding market trends and competitive activity.

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Total compensation package between $360k-$400kRelocation assistance of up to $50,000 available

The ideal VP of Sales is a proven sales leader with deep experience in the protein processing industry and an established network within major meat and poultry processors. They will bring a combination of strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and technical credibility, with the ability to drive growth while leading high-performing teams.

• 10+ years of sales, business development, or commercial leadership experience within the protein processing industry.
• Demonstrated experience selling ingredients, equipment, processing solutions, or related products directly into meat, poultry, or protein processing customers.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful sales strategies that drive revenue growth and market expansion.
• Prior leadership experience managing, coaching, and developing sales teams; experience leading both commercial and technical resources is highly preferred.
• Strong relationships and credibility with key decision-makers across protein processors, further processors, and food manufacturing organizations.
• Ability to operate effectively in both executive-level strategic discussions and highly technical customer environments.
• Bachelor's degree required; Business, Engineering, Food Science, Animal Science, or a related field preferred.

Our client is a well-established, growth-oriented manufacturer serving the protein processing industry with specialized ingredients, processing solutions, and technical expertise. Backed by a larger food industry platform and recognized as a trusted partner to many of the nation's leading protein processors, the company combines deep industry knowledge with a highly collaborative approach to helping customers improve product quality, consistency, yield, and operational performance.

With approximately $50 million in annual revenue and a strong reputation within its niche, the organization offers the stability of an established business while maintaining the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a mid-sized company. The VP of Sales will have significant visibility across the organization, working directly with executive leadership, technical experts, and R&D teams to drive commercial strategy, support continued growth, and shape the future direction of the business.** Relocation assistance of up to $50,000 is available for candidates moving to the Chicago area. This is provided as a flexible lump-sum benefit and may be used at the candidate's discretion for relocation expenses and related costs.**

• Competitive base salary between $150,000 - $200,000
• Total target compensation of $360,000 - $400,000+ through a combination of base salary and performance-based incentives.
• Relocation assistance of up to $50,000 for candidates moving to the Chicago area, provided as a flexible lump-sum benefit that can be used at the candidate's discretion.
• Opportunity to join a growing, market-leading organization with direct visibility to executive leadership and significant influence on company strategy.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program and additional wellness resources.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with competitive benefits package.