Xylem · 5 days ago
Sales Manager
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. They are seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead a team focused on selling Heavy Industry solutions, driving sales growth and profitability through effective strategies and team management.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies tailored to the Heavy Industry solutions market in the Central United States Region
Align sales objectives with organizational goals, ensuring a clear path to achieving revenue targets, profitability, and customer loyalty
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, while nurturing existing customer relationships to ensure long-term satisfaction and retention
Lead, supervise, and motivate a high-performance sales team to achieve and exceed sales targets
Recruit, hire, train, and develop sales professionals, ensuring they have the tools and resources needed for success
Provide ongoing coaching, performance reviews, and professional development to maximize individual and team potential
Foster a collaborative and results-driven culture to enhance overall team performance
Provide accurate and timely sales forecasting, offering data-driven insights to support strategic planning and decision-making
Monitor sales performance metrics, identifying trends and areas of improvement to drive better results
Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and loyalty
Collaborate with the customer service and operations teams to resolve any customer issues promptly and effectively
Continuously evaluate existing sales processes, tools, and methodologies to identify areas for improvement
Implement best practices and process enhancements to streamline sales operations, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience
Work closely with other departments, including marketing, product development, and customer support, to ensure alignment and maximize the effectiveness of sales campaigns and initiatives
Share insights and market intelligence with senior leadership to inform business development and product strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field
Qualified candidate must have extensive heavy industry water treatment knowledge
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in sales management, preferably within the industrial, engineering, or heavy equipment sectors
Proven track record of successfully managing sales teams and achieving sales growth in a competitive environment
Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret sales data and adjust strategies accordingly
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities
Familiarity with Xylem's Heavy Industry solutions, products, and services is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of CRM tools and sales forecasting software
Preferred
MBA is a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Xylem
Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world’s biggest water challenges.
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