Director of National Direct Sales

Bosch Group

$120K — $150K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • Minimum 5 years leading and managing a sales team
  • 5 years experience in independent/direct sales roles
  • 5 years in mobile/off-highway hydraulics or related industry
  • Proven success in developing sales strategies
  • Ability to build forecasts and manage sales pipelines
  • Track record of collaboration with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a national sales strategy for Mobile Hydraulics
  • Establish ambitious sales goals and performance metrics
  • Drive revenue growth through direct engagement and leadership
  • Partner with product management to align customer needs with strategy
  • Lead and inspire a national sales team of managers and professionals
  • Recruit and develop top sales talent for future leadership
  • Build and maintain relationships with key OEM and end-user customers
  • Represent customer needs to influence product strategy and innovation
  • Monitor market trends and customer expectations
  • Own national sales forecasting and revenue reporting
  • Collaborate with marketing and operations for execution alignment

Benefits

  • Premium health coverage
  • 401(k) with generous matching
  • Financial planning resources
  • Ample paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Comprehensive life and disability protection
Full Job Description
Job Description

Bosch Rexroth is seeking a Director of National Direct Sales to lead and grow our U.S. direct sales organization within the Mobile Hydraulics business. This role is responsible for setting and executing a national sales strategy that drives sustainable revenue growth, deepens customer partnerships, and strengthens Bosch Rexroth's position as a trusted technology leader in off-highway and mobile equipment applications.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of technical credibility, commercial leadership, and entrepreneurial mindset. You will lead a high-performing sales team, collaborate closely with product management and marketing, and engage directly with key customers to align solutions with their evolving business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Strategy & Business Growth
  • Develop and execute a national direct sales strategy aligned with Mobile Hydraulics business objectives and long-term growth targets
  • Establish ambitious yet achievable sales goals, pipeline expectations, and performance metrics
  • Drive revenue growth through both direct customer engagement and effective leadership of the sales organization
  • Partner with product management to align customer needs, portfolio strategy, and market opportunities

Leadership & Team Development
  • Lead, coach, and inspire a national team of sales managers and sales professionals
  • Recruit, onboard, train, and develop top sales talent, building a strong succession pipeline
  • Foster a performance-driven culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and customer success
  • Provide clear direction, feedback, and support to ensure consistent execution across regions

Customer & Market Engagement
  • Build and maintain long-term, strategic relationships with key OEM and end-user customers
  • Serve as a senior commercial leader in customer discussions, understanding technical requirements, commercial drivers, and future roadmaps
  • Represent the voice of the customer internally to influence product strategy, innovation, and service offerings
  • Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer expectations within the mobile/off-highway space

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Forecasting
  • Own national sales forecasting, pipeline management, and revenue reporting
  • Collaborate closely with marketing, product management, inside sales, and operations to ensure alignment and execution
  • Translate strategy into clear plans that support predictable growth and informed decision-making


Qualifications

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
  • Minimum 5 years of experience leading and managing a sales team, including setting goals and driving performance
  • 5 years or more of experience in independent/direct sales roles
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the mobile/off-highway hydraulics or related mobile equipment industry
  • Demonstrated success developing and executing sales strategies aligned with broader business objectives
  • Proven ability to build forecasts, manage pipelines, and deliver sustained revenue growth
  • Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration with marketing, product management, and inside sales teams

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience selling complex, engineered solutions in OEM environments
  • Prior responsibility for national or multi-region sales organizations


Additional Information

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection. We're investing in your success! Bosch Benefits / Bosch in the USA

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