District Sales Manager - Midwest Region; Chicago, IL

Are you passionate about complex machinery? Do you enjoy working closely with manufacturing processes and customers to deliver smart, technical solutions?

If so, SCHENCK USA is looking for a driven District Sales Manager to join our team.

• Travel Support
• Employee Recognition through Service Award Point System with Amazon
• Training Development

In addition to base compensation, the Sales Manager is eligible for commission and monthly car allowance of $600 (taxable).The total compensation including base/commission/car allowance is about $120k.

• Develop and manage new and existing customer relationships within Midwest territory (IL, IN, IA, KY, MI, OH, TN, etc.).
• Execute territory and account sales plans, including forecasting and reporting.
• Travel extensively throughout territory (4+ days/week) to conduct sales calls and build customer relationships.
• Present, demonstrate, and recommend machinery solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Partner with Applications and Engineering teams to deliver technical solutions, training, and support.
• Represent the company at sales seminars, trade shows, and industry events.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and product developments to support sales and marketing strategy.
• Manage manufacturer representative relationships within territory.
• Maintain accurate forecasts, expenses, and administrative documentation.

• Must be authorized to work in the United States (U.S. Person requirement).
• Associate’s degree in a technical, industrial, or engineering discipline preferred, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of sales experience in a related industry, ideally involving machinery, parts, or manufacturing processes; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively,
  80%+ within the assigned territory
  , with occasional international travel.
  Ideal candidates are located in the Midwest, preferably near Chicago, IL.
• Proven negotiation skills, including experience with pricing, contract terms, and value-based selling.
• Ability to read and interpret manufacturing quotes, technical documentation, and related materials.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Excellent verbal communication, math, and computer skills. Experience with CMS/ERP systems preferred;
  Salesforce experience is strongly preferred.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to work independently while taking initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Schenck USA Corp. offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits package including medical plans, voluntary benefits, tuition assistance, holidays, paid time off, employee service/recognition awards and seasonal/social events.

Schenck USA Corp. is a German-owned company comprised of several brands and business units:
Schenck, Test Devices, and Benz Tooling. Our US headquarters is located in Deer Park, NY with branches in Southfield, MI, Hudson, MA, and Conover, NC. We specialize in industrial balancing, spin testing, vibration analysis and condition monitoring, and machine tools. Schenck USA Corp. is a proud market leader in all of our businesses.

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