Sales Director

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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, Shanghai, CHN
In-Office
Senior level
Robotics • Semiconductor • Automation
The Role
Lead sales strategy and results for a major geographic region. Plan and direct all sales activities, forecasts, policies, staffing, and training. Manage sales managers and strategic accounts, align operations with corporate objectives, set goals and quotas, and drive both short- and long-term business growth while ensuring cross-functional integration.
Summary Generated by Built In

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions with over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, offering precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions that empower chip manufacturers worldwide. Our product portfolio includes a range of automation solutions, including robots, vacuum systems, and atmospheric robots for semiconductor manufacturing (www.brooks.com).  

 

Are you looking for a place where you can be part of a transformation? Join us at Brooks Automation and be a part of a dynamic organization that is shaping the future of technology.

Sales Director

Job Description

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsible for the overall sales strategies and results of a major geographic / continental area, region, or country. Plans and directs all sales activities including planning and implementing forecasts, developing policies as well as staffing and training of the sales force. May have responsibility for the pre-sales function. Establishes short and long term goals and quotas in line with corporate objectives. Manages the activities of other sales managers. May also manage the sale of the organization’s products or services to specific existing named or strategic accounts. Individual contributors typically do not report to this level.
DIRECTOR LEVEL:
Responsible for the operational success, strategic alignment, and integration of activities with other major organizational functions. Responsible for a significant number of measurable functional and strategic goals or priorities. Balances urgency to achieve short-term goals with longer term strategies. Participates with other senior managers in establishing the superior organization’s strategic plans and objectives. Demonstrated mastery level technical and managerial expertise in the function and/or business being managed. Develops the organizational annual goals consistent with the short and long term goals of the superior organization. Resolutions developed typically require a high level of constructive thinking in addressing unique and uncharted problems to enhance business results. Demonstrates seasoned judgment in accounting for all relevant issues in making decisions that may have a broad organizational impact. Has significant latitude in implementing those decisions. Accountable for directing the organization in all aspects to achieve the short and long term goals and objectives of the organization. Recognizes strengths and weaknesses and ensures business plan provides for future competency needs. Ensures that structures, processes, and systems align to support strategic objectives. Failure to achieve goals and objectives or erroneous judgments/decisions would have a critical impact on the larger organization and may have contributory effect on the company. Bachelor’s or advanced degree with significant experience necessary to possess an in-depth understanding of the technologies, functions, business, industry, and the Company. Demonstrated management capabilities to include strategic level responsibilities including profit center input and management.

Work Location & Flexibility
At Brooks, we aim to foster a collaborative and engaging environment while offering flexibility where possible. Work arrangements may include a mix of in-office and remote work, depending on the nature of the role and business needs. Specific expectations will be shared during the interview process.

Brooks is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and proudly serves as an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

 

Diversity enhances our innovative capabilities and strengthens our ability to serve our customers and communities effectively. At Brooks Automation, we celebrate the unique experiences and perspectives each individual brings, believing they are essential to our collective success. Join us in building a workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

 

For applicants with disabilities requiring accommodations, don't hesitate to get in touch with [email protected] or call +1 (978) 262-2400 to discuss your needs.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or advanced degree with significant relevant experience
  • Demonstrated management capabilities including strategic responsibilities and profit center input/management
  • Mastery-level technical and managerial expertise in sales/business and industry knowledge (semiconductor/automation preferred)
  • Experience planning and directing sales activities, forecasts, policies, staffing and training of sales teams
  • Experience managing other sales managers and major/strategic accounts

Brooks Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Brooks Automation and has not been reviewed or approved by Brooks Automation.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is generally characterized as industry-average to slightly above, aligning with market expectations in many roles. Compensation is often framed as fair for experience, with stronger competitiveness appearing in specialized technical tracks and certain high-cost locations.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is described as comprehensive, supported by life and disability insurance as part of the core package. The overall health offering is positioned as comparable to peers and frequently treated as a baseline strength.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off is presented as generous, with flexible or unlimited PTO reported for many roles and a holiday shutdown period. In practice, usage appears workable for many teams, though norms can be manager- and workload-dependent.

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The Company
HQ: Chelmsford, MA
1,477 Employees
Year Founded: 1978

What We Do

Brooks is a leading provider of automation solutions. We have been a key participant in the semiconductor industry for more than 40 years providing precision robotics, integrated automation systems, and contamination control solutions enabling chip manufacturers globally. Brooks is headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia.

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