Sales Manager - Automotive Paint Refinishing

This is a key commercial role focused on building distributor relationships, growing market share with auto body shops, and expanding into retail channels.

Client Details

A leading global manufacturer of coatings and specialty paints, is expanding its presence in the United States and is seeking a US Sales Manager to drive growth in the automotive paint refinishing market.

Description

• Lead sales growth for automotive refinish product portfolio across the US market.
• Develop and manage strong relationships with distributors, jobbers, and channel partners.
• Drive new business with auto body shops, collision centers, and automotive refinishing professionals.
• Expand penetration into automotive retail channels (e.g., regional and national chains).
• Conduct regular market visits to understand customer needs, product performance, and competitive activity.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure product performance, color-matching accuracy, and training support for distributors and end‑users.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Sales Manager should have:

• 3-7+ years of experience in automotive paint refinishing sales.
• Strong understanding of refinish products (primers, basecoats, clearcoats, abrasives, etc.).
• Proven track record selling through distributors, jobbers, and channel partners.
• Hands-on experience working directly with auto body shops, collision repair centers, and the automotive aftermarket.
• Experience selling to or partnering with automotive retailers is a strong plus.
• A true hunter mindset, motivated by building new business and capturing market share.
• Ability to work independently in a growing US operation; entrepreneurial mindset.
• Willingness to travel as needed across the Southeast region.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 USD.
• Comprehensive health benefits and a 401K plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) to maintain work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with a respected global company.
• Supportive and professional work environment.

If you are a motivated and results-driven Sales Manager looking to advance your career, we encourage you to apply today

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.