At Manulift, we don’t just sell machines — we redefine productivity for construction professionals. As the Canadian leader in telescopic forklifts, we are in the midst of a major national expansion, and we are seeking a dynamic Sales Manager to lead our Ontario construction division. This is a high-impact role with exceptional earning potential for someone who thrives on exceeding targets, inspiring a top-performing team, and transforming the way clients approach their projects.
Working at Manulift means joining a passionate, driven team where your actions have a direct impact on the company’s success and your own rewards.
Your Mission
Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will be responsible for:
- Leading and coaching an existing high-performing team of field representatives, ensuring their success, development, and accountability.
- Analyzing team operations, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing action plans to maximize performance.
- Exceeding divisional objectives and inspiring your team to do the same — aiming higher than just meeting targets.
- Providing strategic guidance on client approach, assisting with complex presentations and closing high-value sales.
- Participating in internal recruitment and interviews to continue building a strong, elite sales team.
- Conducting quarterly business plans with specific trades (concrete forming, buildings, glazing) and key customers, ensuring follow-ups and proper time management.
- Transforming client perspectives, demonstrating the added value and ROI of Manulift solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Recruit, train, and motivate a top-performing and united sales team.
- Use your network and market knowledge to develop Ontario
- Develop strategies, tactics, and goals to maximize team performance.
- Support representatives in closing strategic opportunities.
- Present business cases clearly showing productivity gains and ROI for clients.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and adapt strategies to remain a market leader.
- Ensure the daily success of the team in the field and drive continuous improvement.
Experience & Desired Skills
- Proven experience in a sales management role, preferably in construction or industrial equipment.
- Strong background in business development and market growth.
- Solid knowledge of the construction industry.
- Track record of building and growing high-performing sales teams.
- Results-driven, strategic thinker, and motivated to always exceed goals.
- Strong CRM skills and disciplined sales process knowledge.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
- Human, passionate, and committed to continuous self and team improvement.
Why Join Manulift?
- Uncapped commission structure with a recognition and incentive program — the potential to earn well into six figures and beyond.
- Opportunity to lead, inspire, and develop a team while directly influencing your revenue.
- Solid, growing industry with a tangible impact on clients and the market.
- Full support: experienced financial analysts, administrative teams, and client success resources.
- Benefits: group insurance, RRSP, 24/7 virtual medical services (EQ Care).
- Gym or physical activity reimbursement.
- Career advancement opportunities across Canada.
- Strategic, challenging, and rewarding role for those who want to excel, lead, and leave a lasting mark.
If you have the experience and drive to thrive in a stable, high-performing management team, apply today and tell us why you are the candidate who will truly make a difference.
