National Account Sales Manager

Middlestreet Graphics & Display; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Middlestreet Graphics & Display in Cincinnati seeks a National Account Sales Manager to drive growth across CPG, Health & Beauty, retail, and event marketing. You will prospect, meet clients, present graphics and display solutions, and coordinate proposals.

You will manage key national accounts, forecast sales, and build account plans to hit revenue targets while collaborating with production, design, and logistics. Will travel as needed; bachelor's degree required.

Qualifications

• Experience in national or key account sales, preferably in printing, graphics, or display solutions.
• Strong client relationship management, negotiation, and consultative selling to decision-makers at regional and national levels.
• Ability to understand technical and creative aspects of print production and retail marketing campaigns.
• Proficiency in sales pipeline management, forecasting, and use of CRM tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong presentation capabilities.
• Organizational and project management skills coordinating timelines and budgets.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings, site visits and industry events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of retail marketing, POS programs, and brand activation strategies is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and develop new business in CPG, Health & Beauty, retail, food service, and event marketing segments.
• Manage and grow national accounts; build long-term client relationships.
• Present graphics and display solutions; prepare proposals and pricing.
• Coordinate project details with internal teams: production, design, logistics.
• Forecast account performance and create account plans to meet revenue targets.
• Represent the company at client visits and trade events.

Skills

National account sales

Client relationship management

Negotiation and consultative selling

Sales forecasting

CRM proficiency

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Communications or related field

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

CRM tools

Sales Enablement tools

Job description

Company Description Middlestreet Graphics & Display, established in 2013, is a full-service graphics and display partner that goes beyond traditional print. The company supports clients from concept through delivery, helping design, promote, and maximize brand exposure across retail and event environments. Middlestreet produces point-of-sale materials, corrugated displays, POP signage, interior and exterior graphics, vehicle wraps, event marketing pieces, and food service promotional materials. The team leverages long-standing relationships with national brands and deep retail marketing expertise to create in-store materials that help clients gain a competitive edge. Organizations of all sizes rely on Middlestreet for creative solutions and industry-leading support that elevate their presence in the marketplace.

Role Description The National Account Sales Manager is a full-time business development role. This role is responsible for prospecting and developing new business in CPG, Health & Beauty, retail, food service, and event marketing segments. Managing and growing key national accounts, building long-term client relationships. Day-to-day tasks include prospecting, conducting client meetings, presenting graphics and display solutions, preparing proposals and pricing, and coordinating project details with internal project management, production, design, and logistics teams. The National Account Sales Manager tracks account performance, forecasts sales, and creates account plans to meet revenue and margin targets. The role also involves staying current on industry trends, representing the company at client visits and trade events, and ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction throughout each project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in national or key account sales, preferably in printing, graphics, display solutions, or related marketing services.
• Strong skills in client relationship management, negotiation, and consultative selling to decision-makers at regional and national levels.
• Ability to understand and communicate technical and creative aspects of print production, display materials, and retail marketing campaigns.
• Proficiency in sales pipeline management, forecasting, and use of CRM tools to track opportunities and account activity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation capabilities for both in-person and virtual meetings.
• Organizational and project management skills, including coordinating timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and managing multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of retail marketing, point-of-sale programs, and brand activation strategies is highly beneficial.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and industry events.