HeadHunters NW, the premier executive search firm serving the nation's most highly regulated industries, has been exclusively retained by Heckler & Koch USA to lead the national search for their next National Sales Manager — Commercial. HeadHunters NW is the sole firm working alongside the H&K USA leadership team, and every candidate will be handled with complete discretion from first conversation to final offer.
Few names in the global firearms industry carry the weight that Heckler & Koch does. Trusted by elite military forces, law enforcement agencies, and discerning commercial customers across the world, H&K has built a legacy on precision, performance, and an uncompromising standard of quality. Their U.S. commercial operation, based in Columbus, Georgia, is actively growing — and this search is about finding the sales leader who will own a significant chapter of that growth story.
H&K USA isn't looking for someone to manage accounts from a spreadsheet. They're looking for a commercial sales leader who can think in terms of market share, brand equity, and long-term channel health — someone who has built high-performance national sales teams before and knows exactly how to expand a premium brand across distribution, chain retail, and direct premium dealer networks while keeping every move in full compliance with the regulatory landscape of the firearms industry. This is a role with real autonomy, real accountability, and a real seat at the table.
"H&K USA is one of those rare clients where the brand itself raises the bar for everyone involved in the search," said Shaylene Keiner, President of HeadHunters NW. "The person we place in this role won't just be managing a sales function — they'll be stewarding one of the most iconic names in the history of American defense and commercial firearms. That's not a responsibility we take lightly, and neither should the candidates."
As with all HeadHunters NW retained searches, the process is built around the candidate as much as the client. All conversations are fully confidential. No resumes or professional profiles are ever shared without explicit prior permission. The firm serves as a trusted conduit between the right people and the right opportunity — allowing both sides to have open, honest conversations without commitment until the fit is undeniable. For professionals who are exceptional at what they do but not actively on the market, this is exactly how a search of this caliber should be conducted.
Qualified candidates and confidential referrals are encouraged to reach out directly to Shaylene Keiner:
Shaylene Keiner, President — HeadHunters NW
Confidential Email: shaylene@headhuntersnw.com
Private Cell: 503-551-7114
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About Heckler & Koch USA:
Heckler & Koch is a global leader in the design and manufacture of military, law enforcement, and commercial firearms. H&K USA, headquartered in Columbus, Georgia, serves as the company's American hub for both commercial and defense operations, bringing world-renowned German engineering directly to U.S. markets. Trusted by elite forces and discerning commercial customers alike, H&K products represent the pinnacle of performance and reliability. For more information, visit heckler-koch.com.
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