Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
5-7 years in industrial, machining, or metal cutting sales preferred.
3+ years in a leadership role managing teams.
Proven success in achieving regional growth targets with dispersed teams.
Strong understanding of CRM systems and digital engagement tools.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing sales team with a focus on coaching and accountability.
Align team goals with company strategy and initiatives to drive performance.
Foster collaboration across departments to enhance customer experience.
Manage sales performance through disciplined pipeline management and customer value creation.
Model company values and promote a culture of integrity and continuous improvement.
Benefits
401(k) with up to 8% matching.
11 paid holidays plus generous PTO.
Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time.
Company car, laptop, iPad, and phone provided.
Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance available.
IncentFit wellness rewards program.
$2,000 employee referral bonus.
Full Job Description
Location: Central Plains Region (Wichita, KS; Kansas City, KS; Tulsa/Oklahoma City, OK; Denver, CO; or Des Moines, IA preferred). Candidates must live within the territory and be positioned to effectively support customers and business activities throughout the region. This role requires 50%+ travel.
Core Leadership Expectations
Lead with purpose and humility, fostering a culture of trust, inclusion, and accountability.
Coach and develop people to reach their full potential through clear direction, feedback, and ongoing performance development.
Translate strategy into action, aligning team goals with Seco's Sales Blueprint and Initiative 2030 priorities.
Champion collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Product, and Operations to deliver a unified customer experience.
Drive performance and profitability through disciplined sales management, pipeline accuracy, and customer value creation.
Model Seco's values and Code of Conduct, demonstrating integrity, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
Core Competencies
Leadership & People Development: Motivates, coaches, and grows team members; builds a cohesive, high-performing culture.
Strategic & Commercial Acumen: Understands business drivers, market dynamics, and the financial impact of decisions.
Customer Focus & Service Orientation: Delivers value, responsiveness, and solutions aligned with customer needs.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Promotes cross-functional communication and teamwork.
Opportunity Management: Leads the team in identifying, qualifying, and converting opportunities using CRM tools.
Communication & Influence: Inspires confidence and engagement through clear, empathetic, and transparent communication.
Business Development: Drives regional growth through targeted key account strategies and channel development.
Technical & Industry Knowledge: Understands metal cutting applications (milling, turning, drilling) and how tooling impacts productivity and cost.
Digital & Data Literacy: Leverages CRM, analytics, and digital platforms to manage performance and enable decision-making.
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or Business Administration-or equivalent practical experience.
5-7 years of experience in industrial, machining, or metal cutting sales preferred.
3+ years in a people-leadership role.
Proven success in managing geographically dispersed teams and achieving regional growth targets.
Skilled in coaching, performance management, and talent development.
Living in the region of responsibility is required for this role.
Strong understanding of CRM systems, analytics, and digital engagement tools.
Willingness to travel up to 50% within the Southwest region.
Experience as a sales leader in a manufacturing industry is required.
Compensation & Perks
Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives.
401(k) with up to 8% matching.
11 paid holidays + generous PTO.
Tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer time.
Company car, laptop, iPad, and phone.
Health, dental, vision, disability insurance.
IncentFit wellness rewards.
$2,000 employee referral bonus.
How to Apply
Click Apply to submit your resume (and cover letter, if applicable) in English. Applications via email are not accepted. For questions, contact [redacted]
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