District Sales Manager, IND

Are you passionate about building relationships growing market share and driving industrial pump sales through strategic territory managementThen join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water reducing energy consumption and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our newDistrict Sales Manager Industry you will be driving sales growth of Grundfos industrial products by developing key decision maker relationships managing distributor networks and executing territory growth plans across your area of primary responsibility. Youll be part of a diverse supportive and inclusive culture that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth well-being and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing

As a key part of the Industry Sales - North America team youll create impact by Expanding Grundfos market share in the industrial segment by influencing end users contractors and OEMs to choose Grundfos solutions through strategic selling and distributor development covering Illinois Wisconsin Eastern Missouri and Arkansas. Residency preferred near Chicago IL. or St. Louis Missouri. Candidate must reside in Territory.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Drive sales of Grundfos industrial products to end users contractors and OEMs both through and independently of your distributor network by building strong relationships with key decision makers and leveraging Grundfos sales programs and value selling processes
• Develop maintain and execute a territory growth plan by continuously analyzing the industrial business climate competition applications and key accounts within your area of primary responsibility
• Assess and develop distributor performance ensure proper market coverage and manage cross-channel or cross-business-unit conflicts in alignment with Grundfos values
• Deliver training to distributors on Grundfos products applications online tools sales processes and value selling methodology
• Maintain CRM data integrity by documenting sales calls activities and opportunities and consistently meet or exceed Grundfos Face Time requirements
• Collaborate with your Regional Sales Manager and the broader Industry sales team to share insights celebrate wins address challenges and foster a strong team culture

What makes you a great fit

Above all you are a driven sales professional with deep pump industry knowledge proven experience managing industrial distribution channels and the ability to build influential relationships at every level from distributors to C-suite end users. We would also imagine that you have:

• Bachelors degree in technical discipline and in lieu of degree 2-5 years pump or water treatment experience
• Minimum 2 years of pump industry experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with industrial distribution channels
• Valid drivers license with a good driving record and ability to travel up to 50% overnight including internationally

It is a plus if you also:

• Proficiency with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook)
• Strong professional network and active LinkedIn presence in the industrial or pump market
• Experience with value selling methodology or consultative sales approaches

Youll also be available for traveling up to 130 days per year.

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs with flexible hours home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

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The salary range for this position is $75000.00 - $129000.00. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidates profile. The range listed is just one component of Grundfoss total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off paid holidays merit increases bonuses and employee stock purchase programs etc. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in this region.

Qualified candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability genetic information veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications merit and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about yourrightsas an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview please contact We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.

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