Director Sales - North America; m​/f​/x

The future is cirQlar.

Qlar (formerly Schenck Process) is a leading global supplier of sustainable products, integrated solutions, and services for process‑critical bulk materials applications.

• Build and lead a high performing team of Sales Managers in close collaboration with the Global Director Sales.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy in alignment with Qlar’s global business objectives, tailored to North American markets with a primary focus on Cement and Alternative Fuels.
• Lead the development of strategic customer relationships and identify new business opportunities to support sustainable growth.
• Manage and grow sales within an assigned multistate region to ensure effective sales planning and execution.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing customers and partners, while actively acquiring new clients.
• Lead, coach, and develop the sales organization, fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and customer-focused culture.
• Take accountability for sales performance, budget planning, forecasting, and delivery against targets.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Commercial, and Aftermarket teams to align offerings with evolving market needs.
• Represent Qlar at industry conferences, trade shows, customer visits, and visits to our test centres.

• 10+ years of professional experience in B2B sales or key account management with Original Equipment in a technical or industrial environment (Chemical, Cement, or Steel market beneficial).
• Initial management experience in a senior commercial or sales management role.
• Experience with CRM, ERP and data‑driven sales management tools.
• Proven negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Ability to travel within the US, Canada and Mexico (approximately 40‑60%).

• Competitive compensation package including performance‑based components.
• A wide range of training and development opportunities.
• A supportive team of colleagues.
• Modern office in Chicago with the opportunity to work remotely.

Qlar – What we care for:
Diversity of backgrounds makes Qlar stronger and is essential to our culture and to operate as a world‑class competitor. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or marital status.