Area Sales Manager (Midwest Region) – (Filtration Technology)

We are seeking and experienced Area Sales Manager for an engineering client who is a leaders in filter and hose technology for the Midwest region.

Job Summary:The Area Sales Manager will support direct sales efforts for the filtration product line for our client. This position reports to the Head of Sales in the US. The role will have influence over the Midwestern sales territory. The ideal candidate will live or be willing to relocate to this area. Responsible for driving B2B sales growth and for providing excellent after-sales service to our customers. The role will propagate the client’s brand, increase sales and profitability while designing and implementing the corporate sales strategy for the region.

Job Description: Drive direct B2B sales and develop new accountsMushroom existing accounts and provide excellent customer serviceVisit customers primarily prospects in mining, refineries, aggregates, and other core industries to support sales strategyPromote and sell pressure and vacuum filtration textile products, that are manufactured and designed to dewater liquid slurries for filtrate or cake solids product in process filtration, water and wastewater applications.Maintain good understanding and comprehension of the product’s technical drawingsOutdoor sales in hot and cold conditions/environments may be requiredConduct market research and surveys to study the customer base and competitor strategiesDevelop and implement sales strategies for the region along with the sales teamRespond to RFPs and bids and present product capabilities to C-Suite and senior leadershipDevelop and maintain a strong customer database in the CRM Generate leads and add new client logos.

Job Qualifications:At least 5 years of professional experience preferably within the filtration technology spaceAbility to present and sell to engineering, operations, and senior leadership teamsA passion for people with the ability to build and maintain strong relationshipsExperience with direct B2B sales and ability to build innovative sales strategiesExperience within mining, phosphoric acid plant, aggregates (sand wash) filtration industries would be strongly preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong customer service-oriented work philosophyWillingness to work as a team member rather than individualFamiliarity with heavy industry and industrial environment operationsCommitment to safety and the required personal protective equipmentAbility to read and understand technical drawings and convey all technical aspects of our product line.Experience in working with ERPs, CRMs, and advanced computer skillsCommercial or technical education/trainingAbility to travel and train with existing team members along with training at manufacturing facilities.50% travel is expected.

Education:Bachelor of Science or Arts (BS/BA) with a major in marketing, business, or engineering fields preferred.