The Area Manager - Chicagoland  will work within a defined portion of a sales Region and be the primary contact for sales related activities.  They will be well versed and passionate in the application of audio, video and control solutions and drive adoption through the defined AV integration channel partners.  This person will build and nurture relationships with design engineers, sales and sr. management within these accounts.  They will be the 1st point of contact when it comes to representing, demonstrating, educating and selling our products and solutions.  Ideal candidates will be highly organized, dependable and self-motivated.  Success will be measured by monthly sales performance, pipeline management and their ability to collaborate internally. 

Base Pay Range: 100,000 - 135,000
We will be accepting applications until a final candidate is identified.
 
The above reflects the pay range that QSC reasonably expects to pay for this role. This pay range also depends on various factors such as job duties and requirements, relevant experience and skills and geographic location. In addition to the base salary range, QSC offers a comprehensive package including but not limited to health benefits, 401K or Roth retirement plans and generous time off.  

Applicants must reside in Illinois or Wisconsin

• Maintain and develop existing account base.  This will include demonstrating products, presenting marketing materials, identifying opportunities, creating quotes and managing the sales pipeline. 
• Monitor and report on relevant information from the field as it pertains to market trends, competitive landscape, sales opportunities and channel activities.
• Collaborate internally with the Americas go-to-market team, product development team and marketing.  Focus on taking what you learn from the field and sharing it with to make us a high performing team. 
• Attend regional, national and internal meetings as required.

• Bachelor's degree
• AV and IT industry certifications appreciated
• 5+ years of AV industry experience
• 3+ years of prior sales experience in developing and managing a pipeline
• General understanding of the integrated AV industry including the technologies, vertical markets and competitive landscape.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce and AV industry software.
• Fluent with computer technologies, networking, and IT speak
• Reside in Illinois or Wisconsin