OEM Sales Manager
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Sales & Business Development · Sales Management · Enterprise Sales
In short
Alfa Laval seeks an OEM Sales Manager in Richmond, VA to drive growth in heat transfer solutions by managing OEM and system builder accounts. This hybrid role requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of sales experience, and knowledge of refrigeration applications, with a typical base salary of $95,000 - $120,000.
Responsibilities
- Drive business growth by developing relationships with new Manufacturing OEM and system builder customers.
- Expand opportunities within existing accounts.
- Identify and pursue market share growth through strategic account management, customer engagement, and targeted business development initiatives.
- Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and evolving refrigerant and process innovations.
- Lead the sales strategy and market development efforts for Gasketed, Brazed, and Fusion Bonded Heat Exchangers.
- Follow established sales processes and guidelines.
- Analyze market insights and customer buying behavior to make sales plans.
- Manage leads from the market and customers and convert them into business opportunities.
- Be active in the market, making visits, meetings, and interactions with customers.
- Manage the customer grid and proactive planning in tools.
- Develop value quotes reflecting customer needs and follow up.
- Use CRM and other tools consistently to support the sales process.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or a related field.
- 3+ years’ overall sales, engineering, or business development experience.
- Strong negotiation and persuasion skills.
- Solid analytical skills.
- Knowledge of refrigeration applications and market.
- Ability to travel up to 60% of the time.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Gasketed, Brazed, and Fusion Bonded Heat Exchangers is a plus.
- Familiarity with Alfa Laval's position as a market leader in heat transfer solutions.
Benefits
- Challenging position in an open and friendly environment.
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans.
- Robust wellness program.
- Generous 401(k).
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off benefits.
- Competitive total compensation package considering job, background, skills, and experience.
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