KSB US · 6 hours ago
Sales Manager - Life Sciences & Hygienic Markets
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expKSB US is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. They are seeking a results-oriented Sales Manager – Life Sciences & Hygienic Markets to lead and grow sales of KSB industrial valves across the United States, focusing on developing long-term customer relationships and driving new business in the pharmaceutical and hygienic processing markets.
Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Drive profitable sales growth of KSB valves in Life Sciences and hygienic processing markets across the USA
Act as the primary sales lead for SISTO diaphragm valves, positioning their value in aseptic, sterile, and high-purity applications
Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities with OEMs, end users, engineering firms, and system integrators
Maintain a robust sales pipeline and forecast with CRM discipline
Build and maintain trusted relationships with key decision-makers in pharma, biopharma, food beverage, and other hygienic sectors
Provide consultative support on valve selection, sizing, materials, and configurations, ensuring fit for critical process requirements
Collaborate with technical service, engineering, and application specialists to deliver compelling value-based solutions
Maintain deep expertise on the KSB valve portfolio, including: SISTO diaphragm valves, Control valves, butterfly valves, ball valves, and other hygienic valve technologies
Educate customers and internal teams on differentiation, standards, and specifications relevant to sanitary and aseptic applications
Deliver product presentations, demos, and training (in-person or virtual) to stakeholders
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory requirements in life sciences and hygienic processing sectors
Provide feedback to product management on feature requests, emerging needs, and product enhancements
Work closely with marketing, engineering, and customer support to align sales strategy and deliver seamless service
Support proposals, RFQs, and tender responses with accurate technical and commercial input
Qualification
Required
Employs a consultative sales methodology focused on identifying customer challenges and delivering effective solutions
Demonstrates strong technical aptitude and curiosity, enabling confident discussion of complex valve applications
Upholds and represents the KSB brand with exceptional professionalism, credibility, and integrity
Proven history of developing and maintaining long-term, strategic customer relationships
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Business, or related field
5+ years of sales experience in industrial process markets, preferably valves, pumps, or process equipment
Proven success selling into pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, food beverage, or hygienic processing markets
Technical understanding of valves and process control equipment; ability to discuss materials, cleanability, surface finishes, and validation requirements
Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Willingness to travel domestically to customer sites and industry events
Experience with diaphragm valve technologies and hygienic applications
Familiarity with regulatory environments (FDA, USP, GMP) in life sciences
CRM proficiency and strong forecasting discipline
Benefits
Fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions
Flexible working time models
Individual training opportunities
The best career prospects
Company
KSB US
KSB US is a member of the KSB family of companies and combines innovative technology and excellent service to provide intelligent solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase