Area Sales Manager - Minnesota Territory - Remote

Employer Industry: Industrial Manufacturing

• Salary up to $163K + commission
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401k retirement plan with matching employer contributions
• Paid time off and holidays, along with tuition assistance for further education
• Opportunity for career advancement within a global organization
• Flexibility to travel up to 50% of the time, enhancing networking and relationship-building opportunities

• Drive growth across customer accounts, focusing on developing new OEM and machine builder relationships
• Collaborate with distributor teams and internal stakeholders to execute strategic sales initiatives
• Influence purchasing decisions and meet assigned targets for profitable sales volume
• Educate customers on the value of the employer's products and guide them to customized solutions
• Regularly report market conditions and represent the employer at trade shows and events

• BA/BS in Industrial Technologies, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; experience may be considered in lieu of education
• Minimum of 3 years of outside technical sales experience, preferably in motion control with motors, drives, and controls
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical knowledge of the employer's product portfolio
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Proven experience in territory management and executing disciplined selling processes

• Experience in the industrial automation sector, particularly with motion control systems
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales funnel management
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Background in building and maintaining professional relationships with OEMs and distributors
• Demonstrated ability to adapt sales strategies based on customer dynamics and market trends

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