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Ruhrpumpen

Regional Distribution Sales Manager

Ruhrpumpen, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States

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As

Regional Distribution Sales Manager

at Ruhrpumpen, you will be responsible for growing distribution and OEM sales in the

Midwest , to increase market share by managing the current network and adding additional channel partners where needed in order to meet sales goals.

Primary Responsibilities:

Growing the indirect sales channel/distribution segment along with OEM accounts

Through joint sales calls (in person or virtual) and other contact methods, evaluate the current channel’s effectiveness to sell and market all Ruhrpumpen products

Identify, interview, and propose new distributors as required to achieve sales goals

Take appropriate steps to not only support and document growth within the company’s parameters for each distributor, but also manage, provide support/corrective measures and, if needed, professionally terminate ineffective channel partners

Use the CRM system for proper record keeping

Assist distributors to increase competency in Ruhrpumpen products, processes, policies and procedures

Help distributor personnel become self‑sufficient through use of electronic programs and materials for selection, presentation and quotation of Ruhrpumpen products

Provide feedback to the North American Distributor Sales Manager concerning distributor sales performance, related expenses, competitive information, product development needs and pricing information

Maintain adequate communication with distribution to discuss goals, performance, promotional material, campaigns, advertising, inventories, obsolescence, service and new products

Ensure sales objectives are met relative to market conditions and competitive factors

Work with Market Managers to identify, establish and develop distribution channels to increase penetration

Provide and organize scheduled sales training meetings and assist distributor personnel with specific sales and application issues

Complete and follow up with the Target Account Form program for each distributor salesperson

Assist distributor sales personnel with customer calls as required to penetrate accounts and grow territory sales

Prepare and present sales materials/reports and attend required meetings and training seminars

Qualifications:

Willingness and availability to travel up to 60‑70% of the time within the region, covering a large geographical area and requiring overnight travel

Excellent understanding of how the Distribution Sales Channel works and the ability to support what’s best for company growth

Ability to respond with a strong sense of urgency and care to distributor and customer requests, inquiries, and problems

Ability to maintain positive and constructive relationships both internally and externally, even under difficult circumstances

Must have at least 3 years’ experience in pumps and related products

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

At Ruhrpumpen, we value every employee, recognizing that each person contributes to our success through their position. We are a growing team; join us and live the Ruhrpumpen experience!

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