Sales Account Executive
Wieland Group · Delaware, OH · 2 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
Responsibilities
- Own and execute the North America commercial strategy for Shell & Tube products across our locations in Delaware, OH and Verona, VA.
- Drive coordinated market approach across both platforms to maximize cross-selling and solution-based offerings.
- Develop annual account plans, pricing strategies, and growth targets aligned with BU Thermal Solutions objectives.
- Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across OEMs, EPCs, and industrial end markets.
- Build and maintain a robust project pipeline, with focus on large-scale and strategic opportunities (e.g., data center cooling, LNG, energy infrastructure).
- Lead commercialization efforts from initial engagement through quotation, negotiation, and order closure.
- Serve as the primary commercial contact for key accounts across North America.
- Establish and strengthen long-term relationships with decision-makers and influencers within customer organizations.
- Manage ongoing communication regarding project status, technical requirements, delivery timelines, and issue resolution.
- Lead and support contract negotiations, pricing discussions, and commercial agreements to ensure profitable growth.
- Partner with inside sales, engineering, and operations teams to deliver accurate, competitive, and timely quotations.
- Ensure alignment between customer expectations and internal execution capabilities.
- Act as the commercial bridge between customers and internal teams including engineering, operations, planning, and supply chain.
- Cook up supply strategy and delivery performance across global Wieland sites (Delaware, OH US/Europe, Verona, VA US/Europe, etc.).
- Support capacity planning and prioritization decisions based on customer demand and strategic value.
- Maintain awareness of market trends, competitor activity, and customer developments within Shell & Tube markets.
- Provide insights to leadership on pricing, demand trends, and growth opportunities.
- Support strategic initiatives including product development, market expansion, and operational improvements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of B2B sales experience, preferably in heat exchangers, HVAC, industrial equipment, or engineered products.
- Strong understanding of project-based sales and technical applications within industrial or HVAC markets.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex accounts and navigate long sales cycles.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing pricing, margins, and contract structures.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in CRM, SAP, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Highly self-motivated with strong organizational and strategic thinking capabilities.
- Ability to travel frequently (customer visits, project meetings, trade shows).