Sales Account Manager Automation Machinery

Our client is an international industrial company specialising in the design and delivery of automation systems and machinery for end-of-line and packaging applications
. With a strong engineering background and an established presence across Europe, the company is currently expanding its commercial footprint in the United States.

In the U.S., the company operates with a local team of approximately 10–15 professionals
, including Sales, Project Management, Maintenance and Commissioning teams, supporting customers across multiple industrial sectors.

This recruitment process is being conducted on a confidential basis and is managed by Altorecruit
, a specialist recruitment firm focused on industrial, automation and engineering markets across Europe and North America.

We are looking for a Sales Account – USA to develop and manage commercial activities across the Midwest region
, with an initial focus on:
Pensylvannia and North East

The role reports directly to the Sales Manager USA and will play a key role in driving business growth within the U.S. market.

• Working model: Home office
• Territory: Midwest US
• Travel: Regular travel within the assigned region 50-75%

• Drive Sales Growth:
  Acquire new customers, particularly in the food industry (80% of focus), as well as personal care and paints sectors.
• Promote and sell industrial machinery and automation solutions for packaging and end-of-line processes
  , including picking and automation systems.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting and technical-commercial discussions to contract negotiation and closure.
• Coordinate closely with internal Project Management and Technical teams to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Represent the company at customer meetings, industry events and trade shows as required.

• Previous experience (2-3 years) in industrial sales
  , ideally within machinery, automation, packaging or related manufacturing environments
  . Ideally FOOD Industry
• Education:
  An engineering degree is preferred but not required.
• Ability to develop and manage a geographic territory in the U.S.
• Autonomous, structured and results-oriented, with a strong customer-focused mindset.
• Experience working in international or multicultural environments is highly valued.
• Company car
• Health insurance: approximately USD 580 per month
• Business expenses: fully covered (door-to-door)