We’re looking for a Sales Representative to join a 50+ year old, family-owned, independent building materials distributor with a rock-solid reputation across the Midwest commercial construction market. Based out of Des Moines, this role walks into an established book of business and territory covering the Cedar Rapids and Quad Cities corridor, so you’re not starting from zero.
This is a true full sales cycle role. You’ll quote with pricing autonomy, manage special-order material and project timelines, and build long-term relationships with repeat clients you’ll talk to multiple times a week. If you’re the type who picks up the phone to uncover the next opportunity instead of waiting for it to land in your inbox, this is for you.
Compensation is base plus uncapped commission, with a target of $100K-$150K in year 1 and real upside beyond that as you grow your book ($250k+), plus a strong training and onboarding runway to get you there.
This is an in-office role in Des Moines, though a Quad Cities-based hire is highly worth consideration given the growth push into that market.
We are partnering with a metal fab client seeking a Plant Manager to lead two sites in MN. These facilities are entering a significant period of growth, so this person will need to be comfortable with the pace of scaling the sites quickly.
This leader will oversee daily operations across both locations while developing the people, processes and operating plans needed to support continued growth.
Responsibilities:
Lead manufacturing operations across both facilities
Build plans around capacity, staffing, scheduling and backlog
Drive safety, quality, delivery and productivity
Develop supervisors and strengthen accountability throughout the organization
Maintain a visible, hands-on presence with employees
Partner closely with engineering, quality, sales and executive leadership
Support major customer launches, capital investments and process improvements
Qualifications:
Manufacturing leadership experience in metal fabrication or a closely related environment
Knowledge of processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding, machining, finishing or assembly
Experience leading supervisors and cross-functional teams
Strong planning, analytical and communication skills
Demonstrated success leading growth, operational change or backlog recovery
SkyWater has partnered with a national manufacturer headquartered in the Twin Cities, and growing through ongoing acquisition. This role owns infrastructure and support for the organization, reporting directly to the VP of IT and leading a team across network, server, and helpdesk functions. The company has roughly tripled in size over the past several years and continues to acquire, which means the infrastructure function is under real pressure to mature. This is a build-and-mature role, not a maintenance seat, and it comes with direct access to the VP of IT and executive leadership, along with real budget and technical ownership.
Location is the Twin Cities, with an onsite expectation of 3 to 5 days a week depending on team needs. Compensation is competitive with base and bonus, commensurate with experience.
To be considered, reach out directly to Zac Kallas at SkyWater Search Partners.
SkyWater is partnering with a manufacturer based in the Sioux Falls area who’s looking to hire a Director of Quality for their team! Our client is privately held, they’ve been in business over 45 years, they have a global presence, and they have over 400 employees across their organization. We’re looking for a hands-on Quality leader who will own the Quality Management System at the company’s main facility while also partnering with their global plants to align standards & best practices. The Director of Quality will lead a team of 4 engineers and 1 technician, while setting the direction of the quality department, working directly with customers on quality issues, and working closely with cross-functional leaders & the executive team on strategic initiatives. It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who wants a high-visibility role where you can drive quality strategy while staying close to the manufacturing floor. Our client is offering a strong compensation package (base + bonus potential), comprehensive benefits package, and the opportunity to lead quality for a well-established, growing manufacturer serving some of the world’s top brands!
SkyWater is partnering with a privately held manufacturer based in the Sioux Falls area who’s looking to hire a Maintenance & Facilities Manager for their team! Our client has been in business almost 50 years, they have operations across the globe and they primarily serve the agricultural, construction, and automotive sectors. This role is open due to a recent promotion and will work closely with the Plant Manager to make a big impact on the plant. The Maintenance & Facilities Manager will lead a team of 12 technicians and will own equipment reliability, develop preventive maintenance plans, troubleshoot equipment, and support capital equipment projects. Our client is offering a strong compensation package and full benefits, along with the opportunity to lead a growing maintenance function at a well-established, growing manufacturer in South Dakota!
Location: Open to remote talent – periodic travel to Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN Compensation: Total compensation of $350,000 – $420,000
SkyWater is thrilled to be partnering with a growing financial institution looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to serve as its senior financial leader and a key member of the executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the CEO, this highly visible role will lead the finance organization and serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, ownership, and the Board.
The CFO will play an important role in supporting the organization’s next phase of growth, with responsibility for strengthening capital planning, liquidity and balance-sheet management, forecasting, performance analytics, and business-line profitability. This leader will also help modernize the finance function, leveraging technology, automation, data, and AI-assisted tools to create more forward-looking financial insights and improve decision-making.
The organization operates across traditional consumer and commercial banking while also offering a broader range of specialized and technology-enabled financial products and services. This creates a level of complexity beyond that of a traditional community bank and requires a CFO who can balance strong financial discipline with an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented mindset.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned banking finance executive with deep technical expertise, experience operating within a larger or complex financial institution, and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams. This individual will be proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable partnering across the organization to help the business scale responsibly.
SkyWater is partnering with a privately held electronics manufacturer in the Twin Cities to hire a Project Engineer for their growing team! Our client has been in business over 40 years, and they provide cable/wire harnesses & box-build contract manufacturing services for prominent aerospace/defense customers. They’re currently in a high-growth phase driven by new customer acquisitions business after landing a new multimillion-dollar contract earlier this year. This is a newly created position built to bring dedicated engineering and customer-facing support to their most demanding projects. We’re looking for a hands-on engineer who’s comfortable splitting time between the production floor and working directly with customers. Our client is offering a strong compensation package, full benefits, and the opportunity to make a big impact on their business while working with some of the most prominent names in the aerospace/defense industry!
Opportunity to join a fantastic financial institution in the Twin Cites — if you are currently in the Personal, SBA, C&I or CRE lending space and desire an organization that can open a multitude of career pathways and options for you in the future, this is something you should consider. The organization will hire at multiple levels, so all candidates with 2+ years of experience are encouraged to apply.
This organization has a strong track record of promoting internally, rewarding top performers, and allowing people to pursue internal opportunities. Strict no-ego policy and picky with the personalities they hire — very protective of their culture.
Ideal candidates have 2+ years in credit analysis or comparable lending experience.
This role is hybrid and located in the Twin Cities. Relocation candidates with ties to Minnesota will be considered.
SkyWater has been retained by a an exciting SaaS company in the Twin Cities in hiring its next CyberSecurity and Infrastructure Leader. We are looking for someone to own security, DevOps, and infrastructure as one person, not as three separate functions split across a team.
This is a company that has grown quickly, is well regarded locally, and is early enough that what you build in the next two years will still be the foundation five years from now.
To apply or ask questions, reach out confidentially to Zac Kallas at SkyWater Search Partners.
Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media | Fully Remote
I’m excited to be leading the search for an Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media with a growing retail media and ecommerce agency that helps brands navigate and win across today’s most competitive marketplaces.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who brings deep retail media expertise, enjoys the strategic side of the work, and still likes to stay close enough to execution to understand what is happening in the business. You’ll have the opportunity to lead strategy for a portfolio of brands, build trusted client relationships, mentor and develop team members, and help shape the continued growth of the advertising function.
The Opportunity
As the Associate Director of Advertising, Retail Media, you’ll lead the strategy, execution, and performance of retail media programs for a portfolio of brand partners.
This is a highly visible, strategic role, but it’s also one for someone who understands the importance of being hands-on. You’ll be responsible for developing integrated media strategies, overseeing campaign execution and optimization, managing budgets, analyzing performance, and turning complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.
You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to your clients while also playing an important internal leadership role. You’ll mentor team members, help improve processes, and contribute to the continued growth and evolution of the agency’s retail media capabilities.
In this role, you will:
Lead retail media strategy across Amazon and other major retail media networks, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, and beyond
Develop comprehensive media plans aligned with client objectives, budgets, and growth goals
Oversee campaign execution, optimization, pacing, and budget management
Analyze campaign data to identify trends, opportunities, and performance improvements
Translate complex performance data into clear, strategic recommendations for clients
Lead client conversations and serve as a strategic advisor as their retail media needs evolve
Partner closely with cross-functional teams to ensure strong execution and continuous improvement
Mentor, coach, and develop members of the advertising team
Identify opportunities to improve processes and drive greater operational efficiency
Stay ahead of retail media trends, platform developments, and emerging opportunities
The ideal candidate will bring:
7+ years of relevant experience in retail media, ecommerce advertising, digital marketing, or performance marketing
Deep expertise with Amazon Ads
Experience across additional retail media platforms such as Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, Best Buy Ads, or other major retail media networks
Hands-on Pacvue experience is required, including campaign management, bid optimization, reporting, budget management, and performance analysis
Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing team members
Strong client management and strategic consulting skills
Experience managing media budgets, forecasting performance, and optimizing media investments
A strong analytical mindset and the ability to turn data into meaningful business insights
Confidence presenting performance, strategy, and recommendations to senior and executive-level stakeholders
Excellent communication and presentation skills
A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Analytics, or a related field is preferred, although equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
Experience on the agency side, brand side, or within a retail media organization would be especially relevant.
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $120,000–$140,000 annually, depending on experience.
The company also offers:
Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company participation
Paid Time Off
Fully remote work
A flexible schedule that supports work-life balance
Professional development and career growth opportunities
A collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment
The opportunity to work with leading consumer brands across the country’s largest retail media networks
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