Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
About the role The Area Sales Manager (ASM) is Sulzer’s primary customer-facing sales representative, responsible for driving Order Intake (OI) in an assigned territory or product line. The ASM develops sales opportunities, manages customer relationships through order completion, and works cross-functionally to secure and execute profitable business. The ASM also promotes Sulzer’s service offerings and represents the full portfolio of solutions available to customers.ASM Responsibilities
- Drive Order Intake growth and achieve sales targets within an assigned territory or product line
- Develop and execute strategies to win new business and expand existing accounts
- Build strong customer relationships and manage opportunities from proposal through completion
- Deliver compelling technical and commercial solutions that meet customer needs
- Maintain accurate forecasts, pipeline visibility, and CRM data
- Represent Sulzer at customer meetings, industry events, and trade shows
- Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver profitable customer solutions
- Travel throughout the assigned region to support customers and drive business growth
ASM Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent industry experience
- 5+ years of industrial or technical sales experience, preferably in turbomachinery or rotating equipment
- Proven success developing customer relationships and growing business
- Strong technical, commercial, and contract-review skills
- Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational abilities
- Proficiency with Salesforce/CRM systems and Microsoft Office
- Understanding of basic financial and business principles
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and travel frequently within the assigned territory
15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays
401k plan with a 6% match
Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability
Motivating wellness program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid paternal leave
Gym re-imbursement
New onsite cafeteria, all meals subsidized (La Porte Service Center)
Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business
- At least 5 years of industry knowledge and experience with electric motors and generators, in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
- Previous experience influencing or closing business with clients, coworkers, or commercial peers
- Commercial and technical knowledge for external sales
- In-depth knowledge of motors, generators, and the company’s product line
- Ability to understand, interpret, and discuss technical and commercial documents
- Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to travel frequently
- Strong organization, prioritization, project management, and deadline management skills
- Exceptional time management skills
- Understanding of basic financial statements
- Proficiency with Salesforce or ability to learn it quickly
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related office applications
- High personal standards and impeccable moral and ethical behavior
What We Do
Sulzer Ltd. is a global leader in fluid engineering and chemical processing applications, specializing in energy-efficient pumping, agitation, mixing, separation, and purification technologies for fluids of all types. The company provides critical applications for core infrastructure and large essential industries worldwide, supporting energy security and process efficiency. Its innovative solutions enable carbon emission reductions and the development of sustainable polymers, contributing to a circular economy.
