FLEXX expands regional sales team to meet growing market demand

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FLEXX, announces the addition of four regional sales managers with deep industry expertise to expand solutions in the material handling equipment industry. Jim Gillespie, Jay Bodnar, Jim Schmitt and Kyle Myers each bring 20-25+ years of experience covering the full asset management lifecycle within the material handling equipment industry.

“Our first concern in filling any position with FLEXX is to hire people with the ability to enhance the overall value we provide to our customers,” stated Mike Sheehan, FLEXX President. “These guys know the industry inside and out, including the frustrations and challenges our customers face. Their experience and insight puts them in a position to truly optimize the value FLEXX provides to each customer.”

Jim Gillespie brings in-depth knowledge spanning the full asset management lifecycle to his role with FLEXX as the Midwestern Regional Sales Manager. Working for original equipment manufacturers and dealers in the past, provided sales and customer service spanning material handling equipment needs for national accounts in the lift truck world. His experience drives his ability to understand FLEXX customers and their needs.

Jay Bodnar also joins FLEXX, serving in the role of Northeastern Regional Sales Manager. Jay’s extensive sales background has been focused entirely within various aspects of the material handling industry. His work for original equipment manufacturers and distributors has given him perspective on the unique solutions FLEXX can provide to eliminate points of pain for customers.

Jim Schmitt joins FLEXX as the Southeastern Regional Sales Manager with proven ability in the material handling equipment industry to manage accounts, define and develop industry specific products, and build cross-functional relationships at all levels. Jim is also uniquely positioned to work with customers to streamline their operations and maximize ROI with FLEXX.

Kyle Myers also joins the FLEXX team as the Southwestern Regional Sales Manager. Kyle’s years in the material handling equipment industry have involved original equipment manufacturers, services, and aftermarket parts experience, giving him extensive knowledge specific to the needs of the material handling market.

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