The Sales Manager will be accountable for increasing sales, achieving sales goals, sales strategies, plans and budgets for sales administration and management. S/he will also serve as a mentor to the sales force and act as subject matter expert for our core products and services nationally.
We are looking for a dynamic, metric driven, proven sales professional to develop and lead our sales team to take maximum advantage of the growth opportunities in our category and expanding line of products. The successful candidate will be responsible for direct selling activities, along with leading the internal and external sales force, working with our product managers based in Europe, and developing a sales Agents network. This position will report to the Global President of Sales.
This opportunity is only for a select professional who has proven strong experience in technical selling of high value industrial process equipment and can hit the ground running while quickly learning our products and services as well as lead our sales force and company to maximize growth opportunities.
A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. The successful candidate will also possess 5 to 10 years sales experience; 3+ years management experience desirable. Filtration-Separation or Drying experience strongly preferred. Sales professionals are encouraged to apply. This position requires extensive travel.
We offer a comprehensive benefit package including 401(k) savings plan with company-funded contributions, choices for individual and family medical and dental coverage, life and disability insurance programs, vacation and more.
Knowledge/skills:
1. 5-10 years sales experience in high value industrial process equipment.
2. Strong technical background in rotational process equipment.
3. PC competency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
4. Proven complex selling skills
5. Prospecting voice, data, video and international
6. Cold calling/Prospecting Skills
7. BA/BS or equivalent experience
8. Excellent presentation skills
9. Experience selling into the Pharmaceutical and Chemical industries.