As a Regional Sales Manager, you will play a key role in delivering Alfa Laval’s advanced technologies and services to industrial wastewater clients across the U.S. You will build strong customer relationships, identify new opportunities, and help drive growth in a mission‑critical industry that supports a more sustainable future. You'll partner closely with engineering, technical services, and business unit teams to deliver value‑driven solutions tailored to customer needs.
This is a high‑impact, customer‑facing role ideal for someone who enjoys working independently, influencing strategic decisions, and solving complex challenges in the field.
Market Focus
We are seeking sales professionals with experience or interest in one or more of the following key markets:
Dairy and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)
Pharmaceutical and Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
If you have a background, interest, or network in any of these industries, we encourage you to apply.
Location Preference
This is a remote role with 30–50% travel across the U.S.
Preference is given to candidates located near their supported market or within a major airport hub:
Dairy & RNG: Midwest U.S. preferred
Pharma & EPC: East Coast U.S. preferred
As a part to the team, you will:
Identify and pursue capital equipment and service sales opportunities.
Develop and manage a portfolio to achieve sales targets, including planning, executing, and closing business.
Engage key decision‑makers at industrial facilities and engineering firms to influence purchasing decisions.
Travel to customer sites to build relationships, assess needs, and present tailored solutions.
Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver aligned technical and commercial solutions.
Use CRM tools and sales analytics to manage pipelines, track progress, and forecast opportunities.
Monitor market trends, gather competitive intelligence, and identify emerging technologies.
Follow established sales processes and tools to ensure consistent, high‑quality customer engagement.
What you know
You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent work experience), and:
At least 3 years of industrial sales experience, ideally in water or wastewater markets.
A solid understanding of municipal and industrial water treatment processes, especially separation technologies.
Experience in dairy, RNG, pharmaceutical, or EPC industries is highly beneficial.
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Proficiency with CRM systems and a data‑driven approach to sales.
Ability to travel 30–50% within the U.S.
At Alfa Laval, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and dynamic workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. While we typically welcome applicants from all locations, currently we are prioritizing candidates who reside in the US or have an established presence in the area.
What’s in It for you?
Alfa Laval offers a competitive salary and full benefits package, including Medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more. At Alfa Laval, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your total compensation package. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location. The base salary for this role is typically $100,000-$120,000 annually.
Alfa Laval is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, or related field
- At least 3 years of industrial sales experience
- Solid understanding of water treatment processes, especially separation technologies
- Experience in dairy, RNG, pharmaceutical, or EPC industries
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Proficiency with CRM systems
- Ability to travel 30-50% within the U.S.
Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Alfa Laval and has not been reviewed or approved by Alfa Laval.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.
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What We Do
Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy
