Join a stable, mid-sized manufacturing company with a long-standing reputation for excellence, close-knit culture, and tenured leadership. This is a rare opportunity to step into an executive-level role where your voice will directly shape the future of the business. As VP of Sales & Marketing, you'll report directly to the owner and serve as a key strategic leader driving growth, brand direction, and market expansion.This company isn't chasing quarterly fads - it's built for the long haul, with deep industry relationships, a strong product reputation, and a culture that values loyalty, collaboration, and smart growth. If you're seeking an executive seat at the table with real influence, this is it.? Why This Role Stands Out:Stability: Privately held company with decades of success and low turnoverCulture: Collaborative, loyal team with a "roll up your sleeves" mindsetInfluence: Executive role with a seat at the table - report directly to the ownerImpact: Lead the charge on strategic growth and brand evolutionBalance: A results-driven environment that also values work-life stabilitySalary: $220-250k baseBenefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield? Key Responsibilities:Set and execute the overall sales and marketing strategy in alignment with business goalsLead and mentor a team of sales and marketing professionals across multiple channelsExpand market share and drive revenue growth through proactive pipeline development and customer retentionOversee branding, communications, and product positioning strategiesAnalyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activity to inform decisionsCollaborate closely with operations and product teams to ensure alignment between demand and deliveryEstablish KPIs and implement metrics to measure team and campaign performanceRepresent the company at industry events, trade shows, and with key customer accountsParticipate in strategic planning conversations at the executive level, working directly with the ownership teamQualifications:Proven track record in senior sales and marketing leadership within a manufacturing or industrial B2B environment10+ years of progressive experience in sales, marketing, or business developmentStrong leadership skills with a collaborative, team-first approachAbility to analyze data, trends, and markets to build forward-looking strategiesExcellent communication and executive presence - comfortable reporting to and advising company ownershipBachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred)Meet Your RecruiterErik ButzenTechnical RecruiterErik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties. 630-310-6963 ebutzen@sterling-engineering.com Connect on LinkedIn As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.