Homeoffice Regional Sales Manager, Central bei hand2mind

About hand2mind:

We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a 150-person strong, family-owned company that's been voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years. In addition to building high-quality, hands-on learning materials for the classroom like VersaTiles® and Cuisenaire® Rods, we also develop educational toys for the home that make learning math, reading, social-emotional learning, and STEM fun and interactive. As a company, we are committed to our employee’s personal and professional development. That’s why we offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive culture, and a variety of training and development opportunities. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you’ll come join our award-winning team today!

Team & Position Description: 

We are currently seeking a Central Regional Sales Manager to join our collaborative and passionate Sales Team! This role leads a team of Educational Sales Consultants (ESCs) across a high-growth region. You’ll drive strategy and execution across the Central region—partnering directly with educators and district leaders to expand our hands-on learning impact. We are a purpose-driven, nimble, and committed group who believe in empowering students and teachers. If you’re a strategic, motivating sales leader who leads with curiosity and clarity—this is the role for you.

What you’ll do day to day:  

• Lead and coach the Central Regional Sales Team, focusing on skill development, motivation, and revenue growth.
• Build a healthy pipeline of business by collaborating with ESCs and contributing directly as a player-coach.
• Cultivate long-term strategic relationships with districts and school leaders.
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Product, and Sales Operations to inform strategy with field intelligence.
• Deliver strong sales presentations, both in-person and virtually, that position hand2mind as a solution-based partner.
• Contribute to national sales goals by designing and executing regional strategies and campaigns.
• Participate in Sales Leadership Team meetings, contributing ideas and taking ownership of cross-functional projects.
• Support RFP development, sales training, and national/regional events in partnership with other sales leaders.
• Guide the regional team in implementing key campaigns and using data to improve forecasting and win rates.
• Provide feedback to marketing and product teams on market needs, messaging, and product opportunities.

What we’re looking for (Key Performance Objectives): 

• Hire, develop, and retain a high-performing regional sales team that meets or exceeds quota in FY25.
• Drive 3x pipeline coverage through effective weekly forecast meetings and strategic coaching.
• Personally work key accounts to model strong selling, close high-value deals, and support ESC development.
• Inform product and marketing teams with at least quarterly regional insights and data-informed recommendations.
• Partner with the VP of Sales to lead an impactful Summer or National Sales Meeting training session.

Requirements/Ideal Attributes:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in educational sales, including at least 1–2 years of team management.
• Demonstrated success in consultative or solution selling.
• Strong verbal communication and sales presentation skills, both face-to-face and virtual.
• Strategic thinker who takes initiative and leads by example.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate across departments.
• High EQ, strong coaching skills, and a desire to help others succeed.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer.

Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time.

Compensation Range: $130,000-140,000 annual salary plus a commission plan – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set or location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). 

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