Location: Central Plains Region (Wichita, KS; Kansas City, KS; Tulsa/Oklahoma City, OK; Denver, CO; or Des Moines, IA preferred). Candidates must live within the territory and be positioned to effectively support customers and business activities throughout the region. This role requires 50%+ travel.
Why This Role Might Be Right for You
You’ve built a strong foundation in sales leadership and are ready to expand your impact. At Seco Tools, you’ll guide a team of 5–6 professionals, develop territory growth strategies, and engage with key customers across advanced and precision manufacturing, industrial machinery, electronics, aerospace and defense, transportation equipment, metal fabrication, medical devices, semiconductors, marine and shipbuilding, forestry products, and food and beverage manufacturing. You’ll lead direct reports responsible for sustaining and expanding critical distributor and end‑user relationships to drive revenue and profitability.
Core Leadership Expectations
- Lead with purpose and humility, fostering a culture of trust, inclusion, and accountability.
- Coach and develop people to reach their full potential through clear direction, feedback, and ongoing performance development.
- Translate strategy into action, aligning team goals with Seco’s Sales Blueprint and Initiative 2030 priorities.
- Champion collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to deliver a unified customer experience.
- Drive performance and profitability through disciplined sales management, pipeline accuracy, and customer value creation.
- Model Seco’s values and Code of Conduct, demonstrating integrity, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
Core Competencies
- Leadership & People Development: Motivates, coaches, and grows team members; builds a cohesive, high-performing culture.
- Strategic & Commercial Acumen: Understands business drivers, market dynamics, and the financial impact of decisions.
- Customer Focus & Service Orientation: Delivers value, responsiveness, and solutions aligned with customer needs.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Promotes cross-functional communication and teamwork.
- Opportunity Management: Leads the team in identifying, qualifying, and converting opportunities using CRM tools.
- Communication & Influence: Inspires confidence and engagement through clear, empathetic, and transparent communication.
- Business Development: Drives regional growth through targeted key account strategies and channel development.
- Technical & Industry Knowledge: Understands metal cutting applications (milling, turning, drilling) and how tooling impacts productivity and cost.
- Digital & Data Literacy: Leverages CRM, analytics, and digital platforms to manage performance and enable decision-making.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or Business Administration—or equivalent practical experience.
- 5–7 years of experience in industrial, machining, or metal cutting sales preferred.
- 3+ years in a people-leadership role.
- Proven success in managing geographically dispersed teams and achieving regional growth targets.
- Skilled in coaching, performance management, and talent development.
- Living in the region of responsibility is required for this role.
- Strong understanding of CRM systems, analytics, and digital engagement tools.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% within the Southwest region.
- Experience as a sales leader in a manufacturing industry is required.
Our Seco Culture
Our values guide how we work every day: Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enable better outcomes. Learn more about our people and products on our website or LinkedIn.
Compensation & Perks
- Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives.
- 401(k) with up to 8% matching.
- 11 paid holidays + generous PTO.
- Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time.
- Company car, laptop, iPad, and phone.
- Health, dental, vision, disability insurance.
- IncentFit wellness rewards.
- $2,000 employee referral bonus.
How to Apply
Click Apply to submit your resume (and cover letter, if applicable) in English. Applications via email are not accepted. For questions, contact [email protected]
About Seco Tools
Seco Tools, a subsidiary of Sandvik, develops advanced products and solutions that make metal cutting easier. We operate in more than 75 countries and employ approximately 4,000 people worldwide. Seco Tools is an equal opportunity employer.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies
Seco Tools does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies without a signed agreement.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or Business Administration, or equivalent practical experience
- 5–7 years of experience in industrial, machining, or metal cutting sales
- At least 3 years of people-leadership experience
- Proven success managing geographically dispersed teams and achieving regional growth targets
- Experience in coaching, performance management, and talent development
- Must live within the assigned Central Plains region
- Strong understanding of CRM systems, analytics, and digital engagement tools
- Willingness to travel up to 50% within the assigned region
- Sales leadership experience in a manufacturing industry
What We Do
Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Its operations span more than 150 countries and employed approximately 42,000 people in 2025. Founded in 1862, it originated with Göran Fredrik Göransson’s industrial success using the Bessemer method for steel production. This history underpins its industrial engineering heritage.
