Senior Sales Area Director
On-site · Houston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Senior Sales Area Director responsible for driving profitable sales growth across the U.S. market, owning the P&L, leading the Regional Management Team, and directing cross-functional teams (outside/inside sales, marketing, customer service, seal repair) to develop and execute strategic sales plans, pricing, and marketing initiatives. Focus on building relationships with customers and leadership, monitoring market trends, and ensuring scalable growth through talent development, performance management, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive sales experience, including leadership responsibilities within an industrial manufacturing or service environment
- Five to seven years of experience leading and developing teams, with demonstrated success managing high-performing organizations
- Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasting, and driving profitability through P&L ownership
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans, market initiatives, and growth strategies that deliver measurable results
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of an organization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with experience using data and performance metrics to support decision-making
- Preferred qualifications include an MBA or advanced degree, extensive sales management experience in sealing and rotating equipment markets, established industry relationships, and willingness to travel extensively as required
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