Area Sales Director- Modernization

Area Sales Director - Modernization (Midwest) at TK Elevator TK Elevator is seeking an experienced Area Sales Director to lead and own modernization sales growth across the Midwest region. The role drives strategic sales execution, ensures operational excellence, and builds accountability and performance. Responsibilities Drive modernization order intake and margin growth through disciplined sales execution and customer strategy. Collaborate with the Area Vice President and Commercial Leadership to set goals, forecast performance, and ensure the Area achieves or exceeds financial targets. Champion a customer‑first sales culture focused on high‑value, executable, and profitable modernization projects. Oversee major bid strategies, contract approvals, and complex negotiations to optimize profitability and conversion. Recruit, develop, and coach modernization sales representatives, ensuring readiness, capability, and retention. Partner with Branch and Sales leadership to build sales bench strength and succession pipelines. Support onboarding and performance management of new team members and STEP program participants. Ensure consistent use of TKE sales tools, processes, and reporting systems to drive transparency and accountability. Analyze area sales data, financial results, and CRM insights to identify trends, manage pipeline health, and forecast results. Partner with operational teams to ensure smooth project handoff and margin protection through change‑order management. Promote proactive pre‑selling activities with architects, consultants, and general contractors to build brand preference and specification wins. Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, consultants, and strategic partners. Lead efforts to expand modernization market share and strengthen customer loyalty. Monitor market dynamics, competitive activity, and emerging trends to inform strategy and resource allocation. Model and reinforce TKE’s values, safety culture, and ethical standards in all business activities. Ensure alignment with company policies, code of conduct, and strategic objectives. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree. 10+ years directly related sales experience in the elevator industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with longer sales cycles. Proven success in B2B field sales, with experience selling services in a highly competitive market. Ability to write reports, contract proposals and business correspondence. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to improve profitability. Ability to present effectively to customers, lead meetings and present to groups of people. MBA preferred. Compensation & Benefits Salary ranges: $164,000‑235,000 (Chicago and Minneapolis); $158,000‑229,000 (Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus). The role offers a car allowance, fuel card, and annual incentive program. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Flexible spending accounts (FSA). Health savings account (HSA). Supplemental medical plans. Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance. Company‑paid basic life insurance and AD&D. Optional life and AD&D coverage. Optional spouse and dependent life insurance. Identity theft monitoring. Pet insurance. Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tuition reimbursement. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre‑tax or Roth basis; the company provides a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% contributed. 15 days of vacation per year. 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating). Paid sick leave, per company policy. Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full‑time employment). Contact To apply, click the “Apply Now” button. For additional questions or job‑specific requests, contact Elevatorjobs.AMS@tkelevator.com. Include the Job Requisition Number as a reference. #J-18808-Ljbffr