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Sales Manager, Service

J. F. Ahern Co.

Minneapolis, MN · HybridFull-time$120–160K/yrSeen 6 days agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$120–160K/yr
Location
Minneapolis, MNHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Service Sales Manager oversees service sales operations in the Twin Cities district, including business development, project management, profitability, and growth. The role leads and develops sales team members while carrying an individual sales quota, collaborates with operations, manages customer accounts, and reviews monthly financial reports. Ahern seeks 5 to 7 years of sales experience and at least 2 years in leadership; Life Safety Industry experience is preferred, not required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Sales Management ToolsMicrosoft OfficeArtificial IntelligenceCommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizationCustomer Experience

Qualifications

5+ Years Sales Experience2+ Years Leadership ExperienceLife Safety Industry ExperienceHigh School Diploma or EquivalentService Environment Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Duties

Looking for a company that values your skills, respects your contributions, and gives you the tools to thrive?

With more than 145 years as a family-owned business, we've built a reputation as one of the best mechanical and fire protection contractors in the country. We pride ourselves on delivering unmatched quality and innovation while providing you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for aSales Manager, Service located in Minneapolis, MN.

How you will contribute:

As the Service Sales Manager, you will report to the Service Manager and be responsible for managing Service Sales Operations within the Twin Cities district. This includes Business Development, Project Management, job profitability, and growth through market analysis and vertical market approaches. You will be tasked with building sales team members skills and ensuring they are delivered to plan. You will also personally carry a sales quota. Collaboration with the Service Superintendent and Service Coordinator team members will be crucial to ensure sales are aligned with operations. Managing customer accounts and building Ahern's customer base along with responding to existing customer inquiries or concerns are key in this role. You will also conduct frequent customer visits in order to ensure progress on projects and identify issues and challenges. The Service Sales Manager will also review and assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports related to service sales. Work will take place in a fast-paced environment and you will be challenged to excel beyond your expectations in a team-oriented, results driven atmosphere.

What you need to qualify:

The ideal candidate will have 5 to 7 Years of Sales Experience, and a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role. Having experience in the Life Safety Industry is not required, but is highly recommended and will give you preferred candidate status. Ability to utilize sales management tools, Microsoft office software, and AI is required. Prior experience working within the service environment is preferable. Candidates must have excellent communication, a high level of detail orientation, and organizational skills. Delivering the highest quality customer experience will be essential. If you are ready to demonstrate this expertise, Ahern wants you!

What's in it for you?

At Ahern, we understand that life is more than just work - and we're committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to give you the flexibility, security, and support you need to thrive - at work and at home.

Here's how we stand out from the rest:

Top-Tier Benefits: Our 401(k) match and health benefits rank in the top 20% nationwide

Incentives: A significant portion of our profits is shared with employees through bonus programs

Generous PTO with the opportunity to buy additional time off

Paid Parental Leave: Supporting you at every life stage with paid maternity and paternity leave

Mental Health Resources: Free, full-service mental health care for you and your family

Wellness Programs: Access on-site fitness centers, personal development funds, and more

Professional Growth: Take advantage of education assistance, training programs, and development opportunities to advance your career

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid and flexible schedules to fit your needs

By joining Ahern, you'll gain the stability of a company that's been a leader in the industry since 1880, the pride of doing meaningful work, and the support of a team dedicated to your success. Don't settle for just any job-experience what it's like to work for the best!

Estimated Compensation: $120,073-$159,697 plus bonus. This position is also eligible for a vehicle allowance and gas card. Final offers based on education, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Ahern is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

Ahern is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages veterans, women, minorities, and disabled to apply.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

5 - 7 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55441

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1441915100

Job Benefits

Not specified

How this job compares

Set against the 5,831 open Sales Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$120–160K/yr
  • Minnesota median$94–129K/yr75 salary ranges
  • US median$95–140K/yr2,881 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $140K, is 24% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($113K) — in the middle half of Sales Manager salary ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 123 open Sales Manager jobs in Minnesota and 5,831 across the US. 7% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Sales Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (4,113 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 1,614 of the 5,831 open Sales Manager jobs (28%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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