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Druck North America Sales Manager

Crunchbase$110K — $130K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Houston, TX
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business; MBA preferred.
  • 7+ years in technical B2B sales, ideally within aerospace or industrial instrumentation.
  • Proven success in exceeding sales targets in North America.
  • Strong grasp of Key Performance Management (KPM) and metrics-driven performance.
  • Experience with Kaizen or Lean methodologies in improving sales processes.
  • Background in channel partner management and leading a team of 5+ people.
  • Excellent negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to influence teams without direct authority, validated through past experience.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% throughout North America.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a regional sales strategy focused on growth and profitability.
  • Build and nurture relationships with channel partners and distributors for market expansion.
  • Lead and coach a sales team of 5+, promoting accountability and collaboration.
  • Utilize KPIs to monitor sales performance and address gaps effectively.
  • Implement Kaizen and Lean practices for process improvement and better customer response.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Product Management, and Engineering to create customer-focused solutions.
  • Identify and act on new business opportunities and market trends.
  • Represent the company at industry events and customer engagements, showcasing technological expertise.

Benefits

  • Dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and team development.
  • Engagement in high-impact projects across multiple sectors.
  • Collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology solutions and industry trends.
Full Job Description

Role Overview

The North America Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic sales plan to achieve revenue, profitability, and growth targets across direct accounts and channel partners. This role will also champion performance management principles, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies to optimize sales processes and results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Sales Leadership – Develop and execute a regional sales strategy that delivers against growth and profitability targets in aerospace, energy, and industrial markets.
  • Channel Partner & Distribution Management – Build, manage, and develop strong relationships with channel partners, distributors, and OEMs to maximize market penetration and revenue.
  • Team Leadership – Lead, coach, and develop a sales team of more than 5 direct and indirect reports, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
  • Performance Management – Utilize Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Key Performance Management (KPM) frameworks to track sales performance, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
  • Continuous Improvement – Apply Kaizen problem-solving and Lean methodologies to streamline sales processes, improve customer response times, and enhance forecast accuracy.
  • Collaboration – Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Product Management, Engineering, and Customer Service to deliver integrated, customer-focused solutions.
  • Market Development – Identify new business opportunities, emerging markets, and industry trends; translate insights into actionable sales initiatives.
  • Representation – Represent Druck at trade shows, conferences, and customer engagements to promote our technology leadership.

 

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Business, or related discipline (MBA preferred).
  • 7+ years’ experience in technical B2B sales, preferably in aerospace, industrial instrumentation, or precision measurement solutions.
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in the North American market.
  • Strong understanding of Key Performance Management (KPM) principles and experience driving sales performance through metrics.
  • Demonstrated experience applying Kaizen or Lean problem-solving methodologies to improve processes and outcomes.
  • Proven success in channel partner management, distribution sales models, and leading a sales team of 5+ people.
  • Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive initiatives without direct authority.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% across the US, Canada, and Mexico.

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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