Sales Director - Energy

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Sales Director - Energy to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will lead regional sales management efforts for an energy-focused business within the manufacturing and automotive environment. The Sales Director will be responsible for setting sales direction, translating market trends into actionable plans, and driving performance against annual revenue and margin objectives. This position will partner closely with executive leadership and customers to strengthen relationships, communicate value, and support sustained sales growth.

Location & compensation

Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Supervise regional sales managers
• Determine annual unit and gross-profit plans through trend analysis
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans
• Create and communicate sales goals for C-level executives
• Build strong relationships with customers to understand their needs
• Communicate value propositions through presentations
• Forecast and develop annual sales quotas and expected volumes
• Maintain sales volume by tracking trends and market indicators

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 2 years of relevant work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education
• MBA preferred
• Current or prior experience in the automation industry
• Strong background in the automation industry

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Opportunity to develop professional knowledge
• Engagement with C-level executives
• Focus on relationship building with clients
• Support for continuing education through workshops and publications