Direct Sales Representative - IL

Mark VII - Clean Cars®; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,036 - 82,395; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Monthly Car allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Mark VII - Clean Cars® is looking for a Territory Sales Manager to lead sales initiatives in the Chicagoland area. This role requires a proactive approach to secure new accounts and retain existing ones, using consultative selling techniques. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of successful sales experience in the industry, with proficiency in CRM tools like Salesforce. The position offers competitive salary, commissions, and a comprehensive benefits package in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in sales with a proven track record of success.
• Significant experience cold calling, prospecting, and closing sales.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents.

Responsibilities

• Apply consultative selling techniques to address customer needs.
• Acquire new accounts and retain existing ones.
• Implement sales strategies and coordinate activities using CRM software.

Skills

Sales techniques

Account management

CRM software proficiency

Business planning

Financial report understanding

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office products

Salesforce

Job description

Location: Remote - Chicagoland Area

Salary: $70,036 - $82,395 + Monthly Commissions

Company: Mark VII Equipment Inc. – North America’s leading car wash system manufacturer

Why Mark VII

As part of the global WashTec Group, Mark VII combines German engineering with American ingenuity to deliver cutting‑edge car wash systems. We’re a team of passionate problem‑solvers committed to excellence and continuous improvement. Your work here will directly impact on how our products are built and delivered.

About The Role

Join Mark VII and help shape the future of manufacturing. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be the critical link between design and production—driving process improvements, launching new products, and solving real‑world challenges in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply consultative selling techniques, which includes performing site analyses, creating business cases and presentations, and managing metrics for customers and prospects, to address their needs with the right solutions.
• Successfully acquire new accounts and retain existing accounts in your sales territory.
• Implement our sales strategy, and coordinate and plan your sales activities using state‑of‑the‑art CRM software.
• Serve as primary contact, sought after expert and customer advocate both internal and external for assigned and new accounts.
• Be an expert in the car wash industry and on all Mark VII/WashTec product offerings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) or equivalent from four‑year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5+ years in sales with a proven track record of success.
• Significant experience cold calling, prospecting, and closing sales.
• Strong knowledge of business plans, budgeting and developing strategies for market penetration.
• Understanding of financial reports, including contribution margins, profit and loss statements, budgeting and return on investment calculations.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is a must.
• Ability to read and comprehend documents.
• Proficient in MS Office products (Excel, Word, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint) and Salesforce.

What We Offer

• A base salary annually (depending on qualifications and experience) plus commission.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling.
• Monthly Car allowance.
• Commission.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

Behaviors We Value

• Integrity: We operate with unwavering integrity and a commitment to ethical standards.
• Accountability: You're dependable under pressure, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering results.
• Passion & Drive: We're a team of high‑energy professionals focused on impactful execution. Your enthusiastic, "can-do" attitude will inspire those around you.
• Strong Work Ethic: You're driven to make a real impact. While we champion work‑life balance, we also expect a strong commitment to doing whatever it takes to succeed in our fast‑paced environment.
• Customer‑Focused: You instinctively put the customer first, shaping every task and decision with their needs in mind.
• Supportive Team Player: You bring emotional intelligence and common sense to the team, supporting your colleagues and contributing to our positive culture.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a sedentary position for extended periods, with frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
• The role requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as analyzing data, creating designs, and viewing a computer terminal.
• Clear and effective verbal communication skills are essential for collaborating with team members and external stakeholders.
• The ability to occasionally lift and move up to 10 lbs. of equipment or documents.

About Mark VII Equipment Inc. – Manufacturing Excellence in Vehicle Wash Systems

Mark VII Equipment Inc. is the North American subsidiary of WashTec AG, the global leader in vehicle wash technology based in Germany. Every day, over 2 million vehicles worldwide are cleaned using our cutting‑edge equipment—designed, built, and supported by teams like ours.

We Serve a Wide Range Of Customers, Including Gas Stations, Convenience Stores, Retail Car Wash Operators, Auto Dealerships, And Fleet Managers. Our Product Portfolio Includes

• SoftWash XT® & SoftWash DF®
• AquaJet XT®
• ChoiceWash XT®
• AquaDri®
• JetWash®
• SoftLine® & SoftLine2®
• A full suite of chemicals and ancillary equipment

As a Territory Sales Manager, you’ll play a critical role in driving innovation, improving production processes, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and efficiency across our operations. Join us in shaping the future of automated vehicle care—where precision engineering meets real‑world impact.

Federal law obliges us to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of employees, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know as soon as possible if you need accommodation to complete these listed essential functions.

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