Regional VP of Sales - Growth & Key Accounts

Surge Staffing; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Surge Staffing seeks a Regional Vice President of Sales to drive revenue growth across a Chicago-area region. You will lead strategy, expand relationships with clients, and guide multi-branch teams to meet profitability targets.

You’ll identify new business opportunities, negotiate contracts, and maintain CRM records while representing the company at industry events. Some travel (up to 40%) is required to support regional initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework or equivalent business experience preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of proven outside sales experience.
• Experience in multi-branch or multi-location organizations strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet-based research tools.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills with a relationship-focused approach.
• Ability to travel up to 40% to support client engagements and regional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans for at least 30 targeted accounts.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting and networking.
• Coordinate sales activities with branch leadership and field teams.
• Serve as primary sales lead for designated accounts with customized strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Negotiate pricing and contract terms aligned with profitability.
• Maintain CRM records of sales activity, pipeline progress, and client interactions.
• Represent the organization at events to build brand presence and generate leads.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and marketing materials.
• Travel up to 40% to support client engagements.

Skills

Outside sales

Strategic planning

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework or equivalent business experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

CRM tools

Job description

Surge Staffing seeks a Regional Vice President of Sales to drive revenue growth across a Chicago-area region. You will lead strategy, expand relationships with clients, and guide multi-branch teams to meet profitability targets.

You’ll identify new business opportunities, negotiate contracts, and maintain CRM records while representing the company at industry events. Some travel (up to 40%) is required to support regional initiatives.