National Sales Manager
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Design and implement a nationwide go-to-market sales plan aimed at achieving revenue and margin targets.
- Identify and prioritize growth opportunities across channels such as specialty retail, big box, e-commerce, distilleries, wineries, and lifestyle accounts.
- Set annual sales plans, forecasts, and key performance indicators.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with major national and regional accounts.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and promotional strategies with key customers.
- Identify, prospect, and onboard new accounts aligned with brand positioning.
- Manage multiple sales channels including wholesale, distributor groups, and strategic partnerships.
- Fine-tune go-to-market strategies by channel to ensure consistent brand presentation and product assortment.
- Lead, coach, and develop internal sales team members and independent rep agencies.
- Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability to targets.
- Collaborate with HR and leadership on hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
- Work closely with marketing, product, and operations to align on product launches, inventory planning, and promotional initiatives.
- Provide market feedback to inform product development and merchandising strategies.
- Own sales forecasting, pipeline management, and reporting cadence.
- Analyze sales performance, customer trends, and market data to guide decision-making.
Requirements
- 7 to 10+ years of sales experience in apparel, headwear, or related consumer goods.
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding national sales targets.
- Strong network of relationships within key retail channels.
- Experience managing independent sales reps and/or agencies.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Highly analytical with experience in forecasting and sales planning.
- Ability to travel as needed, approximately 30 to 50 percent.
Technologies
- ERP systems
- CRM systems
- Sales analytics tools
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus
- 401(k) with company match
- Health care (medical, dental, vision)
- Employee Assistance Program
- PTO including vacation, personal days, and nine company holidays
- Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
- Employee product discounts
- Free hats
- Travel and expense reimbursement
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking with a strong execution focus
- Leadership and team development
- Relationship-building and influence
- Results-driven mindset with a growth orientation
- Strong business acumen and financial understanding
Key Competencies (LOMINGER)
- Drive for Results – consistently meets revenue targets and motivates teams to exceed goals
- Strategic Agility – anticipates future needs and crafts effective strategies
- Customer Focus – builds durable customer relationships and delivers tailored solutions
- Managing and Measuring Work – sets clear goals, tracks progress, and ensures accountability
- Negotiating – secures favorable outcomes with key accounts and partners
- Building Effective Teams – fosters collaboration across internal and external stakeholders
Company overview
Imperial has earned recognition from the Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) and is noted in Golf Datatech sources.