Sales Manager

Sales Manager

Location: Remote travel position with travel to home office in Carrollton, Ohio.

Reports To: Executive Director.

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities in the hydraulics, fluid power systems, and forging industries.
• Actively pursue leads through industry networking, trade shows, cold calls, and referrals.
• Research market trends and customer needs to identify potential clients and opportunities for growth.
• Work collaboratively with the sales team in Germany to develop and execute strategies for closing sales.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Schedule and conduct in-person meetings with clients to present products, provide demonstrations, and close deals.
• Serve as the face of the company, delivering excellent service and acting as a trusted advisor for customers.
• Coordinate closely with the German sales team to align sales efforts, share market intelligence, and track progress on shared goals.
• Provide regular updates on regional market conditions, customer feedback, and competitive activity.
• Participate in virtual and in-person meetings with the international sales team to ensure seamless communication and strategy alignment.
• Maintain detailed records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline progress in the CRM system.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, market opportunities, and forecasting.
• Assist in the development of sales proposals and contracts in collaboration with internal teams.

• Minimum of 5 years in outside sales, preferably in hydraulics, fluid power systems, or forging industries.
• Strong understanding of industrial equipment, hydraulics, and forging industry applications.
• Fluency in English required; familiarity with German a plus.
• Ability to quickly understand and articulate technical product specifications.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory and occasionally internationally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with customers and international teams.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field preferred but not required.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and skilled at working independently to meet sales targets.

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Flexible work-from-home options available.