Regional Sales Manager - Minnesota, Iowa, & Wisconsin

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Responsibilities:

Sales Strategy Development:

• Develop and implement regional sales strategies to achieve revenue targets and market share growth within the industrial services sector, specifically focusing on OEM customers.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key OEM customers, understanding their needs, and providing customized service solutions to enhance their business operations.

New Business Development:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the region by researching market trends, attending industry events, and networking with potential customers.

Technical Support:

• Collaborate with the technical and engineering teams to provide OEM customers with expert advice and solutions that align with their requirements and industry standards.

Account Management:

• Oversee the entire sales process, from initial contact to contract negotiation and post-sales support, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Monitor sales performance, prepare regular reports, and provide insights to senior management on market trends, customer feedback, and potential areas for growth.

Travel:

• Travel approximately 30% of the time within the assigned region to meet with customers, attend industry events, and support sales initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of sales experience in the industrial services industry, with a focus on OEM customers.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth.
• Strong technical knowledge of industrial services and products.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% of the time.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Communication & Collaboration: Communicates clearly and concisely, while engaging proactively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Value for Customers: Anticipates, understands and meets internal/external customers’ needs and expectations. Develops solutions based on a customer centric approach.
Innovation: Drives and supports innovative ideas, while taking informed risks to seek and develop new or improved solutions.
Drive & Execution: Proactively identifies what needs to be done and takes action. Explores new ways and pursues new opportunities. 

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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