Hydro, Inc., a global privately held company with corporate headquarters in Chicago. As the largest independent aftermarket pump re-engineering company in the world, Hydro has provided engineering expertise, pump repair and support services to the industry since 1969. Our mission is to work hand-in-hand with our valued customers around the world to optimize the performance and reliability of their pumping systems by evaluating and understanding root causes of pump degradation or failure and by providing unbiased engineering analysis, quality workmanship, and responsive field service for improved plant operation.
We are seeking an experienced Sales Account Manager in our Kansas City, Missouri region. For over 50 years we have been an exceptional leader in the high efficiency pump service and repair industry and because of this we can offer the successful candidate an exciting career opportunity.
Your primary job responsibilities will be to build your territory by soliciting sales of aftermarket pump repairs, hydraulic re-rates, parts, and field service to power plants, petroleum and industrial accounts.
You will also conduct business development activities, cultivate customer relationships, identify opportunities for growth, close new business and ensure business objectives/strategies are met. You will have access and collaborate with our technical and sales resources to help you succeed in your role. Additionally, we provide many other resources available to you including a 5,000 horsepower test lab, conditioning monitoring, strong engineering support, extensive marketing tools and experienced shop personnel in our facilities who believe in providing our customers with a high-quality value solution.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Plan and execute face-to-face sales calls to new and existing customers.
- Secure orders from new and existing customers for pump repairs, upgrades, and spare parts, with emphasis on sales growth.
- Provide continued improvement in sales coverage and effectiveness to develop key areas and markets in your region to include market share information and action plans.
- Define and assist management in developing solution-based proposals that will demonstrate product value to new and existing customers to optimize revenue and profit of sales.
- Maintains customer contacts, sales opportunities, sales call planning, and sales forecasting for the assigned territory in the CRM system.
- Participate in weekly production / sales meetings to inform management of current and future activity.
- Inform management of quote and bookings activity, market conditions, new business opportunities, and competitive risks to achieve the growth strategies of the company.
- Solid lead research and lead generation efforts.
- Manage travel and entertainment expenses in accordance with published budgets.
SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Identifies, develops, and initiates partner agreements with key customers in support of our business strategies and objectives.
- Interacts with the marketing team on the development of materials, such as brochures and advertising resources.
- Travel to company meetings and trade shows as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or in a related field.
- In lieu of a bachelor’s degree you should have 3+ years of experience in the aftermarket pump services field or rotating equipment with progressive responsibility and performance sales achievements.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and proficient mathematical skills.
- Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office and a CRM system.
- Possess the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- The ability to multi-task, think and react quickly under pressure is critical to this role.
- Home based role with frequent travel in the field within your territory.
- Experience in sales to power plants with petroleum and industrial, a plus.
Industry
- Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering
- Machinery
Employment Type
Hydro, Inc.
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