General Sales Manager, Portagas

We are seeking a General Sales Manager, Portagas to join our team in Pasadena, TX.

Location:

Pasadena, TX

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision and more)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO)
• Employee discount programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level

• Defines elements of international business strategy within area of responsibility and designated market segment
• Performs customer site visits and handles high‑impact issues that are elevated for resolution
• Manages sales and customer service professionals, directing sales activities and setting key performance indicators for the sales and inside sales force, and reviewing performance of direct reports against such indicators
• Sets group goals for profitable growth, including reviewing account plans/sales reports and working with cost‑to‑serve models
• Monitors the overall sales plans to ensure compliance with long‑ and short‑term goals and tactics, pricing strategies and renegotiation plans
• Validates business opportunities and assists the sales organization in identifying alternatives, preparing proposals and negotiating contracts
• Oversight of global warehouse locations and working closely with plant operations to ensure customer focus
• Oversees day‑to‑day Inside Sales activities, customer service function, as well as the order‑to‑cash process and compliance to company standards
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5‑10 years of management experience
• 5‑10 years of direct selling experience
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiating skills
• No DUI/DWI or other alcohol (driving) related convictions within the last 10 years
• Ability to travel a minimum of 50%

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, and provide high‑quality solutions, technologies, and services that help our customers succeed while protecting the planet.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

Primary

Location:

Texas – Pasadena

Schedule:

Full‑time

Job Function:
Sales & Marketing (Sales and Business Development)

Unposting Date:
Ongoing