District Sales Manager - Military veterans preferred

Position Title: District Sales Manager


Location: Grovetown, GA


Requisition ID: JR_25226

Description:

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB’s research and development activities forms the basis for the company’s success.

People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today.

At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference – the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.

District Sales Manager

KSB GIW, Inc.

Department: Sales
Reports to: VP of Sales
Location: Texas and surrounding areas
Shift: 1st

FLSA Status: Exempt

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic District Sales Manager to support and grow our market share in slurry and non-slurry pump solutions for the mining sector. The successful candidate will leverage a basic technical understanding of pumps and mining applications to drive sales, provide technical support, and deliver excellent customer service. This position offers a unique development opportunity for an aspiring sales professional ready to cover a wide territory, manage representative networks, and take ownership of new business generation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prospecting & Cold Calling
  Proactively identify new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, and visits to mining sites and related businesses.
• Sales Execution
  Drive the complete sales cycle from prospecting to closing, ensuring sales targets and objectives are met or exceeded.
• Travel
  Travel up to 60% of the time within your assigned district to meet customers, execute sales presentations, and attend industry events.
• Customer Support
  Provide basic technical support and education to customers regarding selection, operation, and maintenance of slurry and non-slurry pumps.
• Account Management
  Develop and maintain relationships with existing customers and key accounts to increase repeat business and customer loyalty.
• Representative Network Management
  As needed, support and supervise the activities of external sales representatives and distributors within your territory.
• Reporting
  Maintain accurate sales records and forecasts. Regularly report on sales activities, opportunities, and competitive landscape to the Regional Sales Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree (preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, Mining or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 1 year of sales or customer-facing experience, preferably in pumps, industrial equipment, or mining supply sectors.
• Basic technical understanding of pump systems and their application in mining operations.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Comfort with cold calling and developing new business.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 60% of the time).
• Self-motivated with good time management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

PREFFERED SKILLS:

• Experience working with a sales representative/distributor network.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technical aptitude and eagerness to learn more about pumps and mining industry solutions.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive base salary and commission/bonus structure

• Travel reimbursement
• Training and development in pump technology and the mining market
• Career growth opportunities within a global, innovative company

KSB GIW, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB GIW, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

KSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects.

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