Regional Sales Manager

Overview:

Are you a driven, people-focused sales leader ready to take the next step in your career?

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions (AFS) is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to lead the technical sales team in our Brampton, Ontario, CA branch, driving growth and strengthening customer partnerships across Ontario.

In this high-impact role, you'll combine strategic vision with hands-on leadership to guide a team of outside sales professionals who deliver cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. You'll cultivate a customer-first culture, develop sales associates, and build strong partnerships with vendors while identifying new market opportunities and accelerating growth across your territory.

If you're an experienced sales professional who thrives on mentoring others, leading with purpose, and creating measurable business impact, this role offers a chance to grow your career with a trusted industry leader in automation.

This is an onsite position out of our Brampton, Ontario, Canada branch office however frequent travel to customer sites and customer-facing events will be required.

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional sales team focused on customer success and growth
• Design and implement strategic sales and marketing plans that align with business goals
• Monitor key performance indicators and market data to identify new opportunities and guide pricing strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors and customers to support growth objectives
• Drive channel development, sales forecasting, and territory planning activities
• Partner with sales leadership and other business units to ensure alignment across the organization
• Support team members in resolving customer issues and negotiating contracts
• Attend trade shows and customer events to promote GCG and strengthen market presence
• Manage budgets, oversee expenditures, and ensure compliance with financial targets
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to inform strategy and decision-making

• 7+ years of experience in technical sales or engineering with 3 years of sales leadership experience, preferably selling industrial automation technology
• Proven success leading, coaching, and motivating a dispersed sales team
• In-depth knowledge of sales principles, tactics, and market development strategies
• Experience using CRM and ERP systems (Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite preferred)
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence across levels
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% for customer visits, events, and team development opportunities

• Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $130,000 dependent on industry relevant management experience; eligibility for bonus incentive based on team performance
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage including health, vision, and dental plans
• Robust Financial Security: Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, RRSP plan with company match
• Generous Time Off: PTO plan with paid holidays
• An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You

At GCG, we use AI technology to assist with our interviews by automating note-taking, allowing our hiring teams to focus fully on the conversation. This technology supports efficiency and accuracy in capturing candidate insights during interviews but is not used to evaluate resumes. All resume reviews and candidate assessments are conducted directly by our corporate recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure a thoughtful, human-centered approach.

GCG Automation & Factory Solutions is dedicated to advancing the growth of automation and factory solutions across key verticals in North America. With a comprehensive product and service offering that spans the entire automation value chain, our customers trust us as a reliable partner to meet their diverse needs. Our strength lies in our deep technical expertise and specialized knowledge of the products we offer. This enables us to support customers in deploying and delivering high-quality, efficient solutions tailored to their specific requirements. Our commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience—marked by responsiveness, reliability, and personalized service—sets us apart as the supplier of choice in the industry.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity, and Accessibility Statement

GCG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace for all employees and applicants.

We believe that diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives drives innovation and strengthens our organization.

GCG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the United States, Canada, or other jurisdictions where we operate.

In Canada, we comply fully with the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and related employment legislation. We encourage applications from members of equity-seeking and underrepresented groups.

GCG is dedicated to providing barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.

All employment decisions at GCG are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.