Knorr-Bremse North America

Sales Manager, Zelisko Energy USA

Knorr-Bremse North America$89K — $134K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
  • In-depth knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution, particularly Instrument Transformers
  • Strong understanding of the US electrical power market
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Proven sales experience with a proactive, 'hunter' mentality
  • Strong self-organization skills and resilience
  • Startup mentality with a high motivation to build new business opportunities
  • Willingness to travel extensively
  • Cultural adaptability for working in an international context

Responsibilities

  • Establish and nurture relationships with Key Accounts to drive sustainable sales
  • Plan and forecast sales volumes for assigned Key Accounts
  • Provide input for sales forecasts and overall planning
  • Develop and maintain a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database
  • Analyze customer situations to build a network of stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities for selling local product and service solutions
  • Facilitate negotiations with stakeholders in collaboration with headquarters in Austria
  • Act as a primary contact for Key Accounts on commercial matters
  • Report on sales performance and revenue metrics

Benefits

  • Group healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k plan participation
  • 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence per year
  • 12 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday each year
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave available
  • Opportunities to purchase company stock
  • Annual performance-based bonuses up to 15% of salary
Full Job Description
Sales Manager, Zelisko Energy USA

LOCATION: Springfield / United States " BRAND: Zelisko " REQUISITION ID: 11374 " ON-SITE/REMOTE: Remote

Tasks:
  • Establishes and develops contacts at all levels to the assigned Key Accounts in order to generate sustainable sales relations and thus to support the achievement of customer related commercial targets.
  • Plans sales volumes and potential of Key Accounts assigned.
  • Provides information for forecasts and planning.
  • Develops Customer Relationship Management (CRM) "database"
  • Analyzes the specific customer situation and builds a sound network of stakeholders within the Account organization, leveraging strong technical electrical engineering background.
  • Spots opportunities for local product and service portfolio solutions sales.
  • Prepares customer contacts.
  • Facilitates negotiations of proposals, in cooperation with HQ functions based in Austria.
  • May act as a point of contact to Key Accounts in commercial or organizational matters.
  • Reports sales and revenue related figures.
Reporting Line: General Manager KB Power & Grid Solutions USA

Qualifications:
  • Ideally a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • You have deep understanding of electrical power generation and distribution especially Instrument Transformers
  • Deep understanding of the US electrical power generation and especially distribution market
  • Very good communication and strong negotiation skills
  • Proven sales attitude as well as self-motivation and proactive approach (Hunter mentality)
  • Toughness and strong self-organization
  • High motivation in establishing a new business from scratch (Start-up mentality)
  • High willingness to travel
  • Cultural openness to work in an international industry group
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work remotely is $89,900-$134,900 per year. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type of years and experience within the industry and education. Zelisko is a multi-state employer, and this pay scale may not reflect positions that work in other states or locations. Provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life and disability insurance. Employees also will be able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive 120 hours of vacation leave and 40 hours of Personal Paid Absence every year. Employees will also enjoy 12 paid holidays, and 1 floating holiday throughout the calendar year, subject to relevant terms outlined in the employee handbook. 6 weeks of paid parental leave will also be available for use. Requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents and policies. Employees working on federal contracts covered by the Federal Paid Sick Leave requirements will be notified and will receive benefits consistent and compliant with the FPSL requirements. Hired applicant will be able to purchase company stock, subject to the relevant plan documents and annual bonuses based on achievement of certain metrics of up to 15% of annual salary. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore

About Knorr-Bremse North America

Knorr-Bremse is a German manufacturer of braking systems for rail and commercial vehicles that has operated in the field for over 110 years. The company has a global presence, with operations in over 30 countries and a workforce of over 28,000 employees. Knorr-Bremse North America is the company's North American subsidiary, which is headquartered in Munich, Germany. The company's products include braking systems, door systems, and control systems for rail and commercial vehicles. Knorr-Bremse North America has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, with a commitment to reducing the environmental impact of its products and operations.
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