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Sales and Business Development Manager - Private Sales - Austin

Technogym · Austin, TX, USA ·

Job type:
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Sales and Business Development Manager - Private Sales - Austin
Location: Austin (Texas), TX, US

Type of contract: Sales Agent

Our Company
Technogym is a world‑leading brand in wellness and fitness, known for innovative solutions that inspire people to live healthier lifestyles. We are dedicated to excellence, not only in our products but also in the services we provide to our clients and partners. Known as "The Wellness Company", our goal is to help develop the philosophy of fitness and well‑being and turn it into a true lifestyle. To do so, Technogym provides people with gym equipment of the highest quality, together with services such as content and programs. Technogym’s products are chosen by individuals, large organizations, professional sports teams, and medical centres. We are the official supplier to nine Olympic and Paralympic Games, from Sydney 2000 to Milano Cortina 2026. Anyone choosing Technogym is choosing to train on equipment that is designed for all types of users, from beginners to professional athletes.

Technogym inspires 70million daily users to train using our innovative & engaging solutions for fitness, sport and health . Established in 1983, Technogym has grown to over 2,800 employees in 16 branches, expanding to more than 150 countries.

Your Role
We are looking for a Sales and Business Development Manager to join the North America Field Sales team. This outside sales role supports our fastest growing and most strategically focused segment – Home Consumer – and covers the Austin/San Antonio/Houston territories. The position focuses on new business development and account management, owning the full sales cycle, nurturing relationships with partners in the A&D space, and tracking performance metrics.

Your Impact

Contribute to Sales Performance by achieving sales targets

Maintain good product knowledge and ensure an outstanding customer experience

Localize and sell the Total Wellness solution through partnerships and customizing solution packages to specific market needs

Work with the Marketing Department to define the local segment market strategy in terms of commercial campaigns, initiatives, and events

Visit potential and/or current partners daily, actively nurturing partner relationships

Travel regularly through assigned regional territory (more than 50% of the time)

Own the full sales cycle from prospecting and outreach to close, with focus on in‑person visits and thoughtful follow‑ups

Develop new customers and maintain relationships with the existing ones to generate new business opportunities

Develop new opportunities with architects, interior designers, personal trainers, and any third party able to generate business opportunities

Build a network of showroom partners and high‑end furniture brands

Handle customer complaints, seek assistance, and ensure issues are resolved to the satisfaction of the customer and the company

Provide 100% support for the CRM tool (salesforce.com) and follow Technogym Sales Methodology

Liaise with Logistics and After‑Sales Service for any needs oriented to supreme service

Adhere to the dress code and appearance guidelines and go above and beyond the company requirements

Keep up to date on brand activities, locations, events, and marketing activities

Work with the Retail and Inside Sales Teams to facilitate and speed up the customer journey

Consult with the in‑house design team to create home gym layouts

Guarantee continuous, proactive feedback from the market

About You
Ideally, you are passionate about working out, enthusiastic and pro‑active, while also down‑to‑earth and ethical. You should be an independent, confident salesperson with strong organizational skills and previous field sales experience. You have a passion for health, fitness, design, luxury goods, fashion, Made in Italy, art, sports, and the wellness lifestyle. You are achievement‑driven, a strong team player, and possess exceptional relationship skills.

What you should bring:

3-5 years’ experience as a Sales Account Manager in a luxury retail environment, preferably in the design industry or working with luxury products

BA/BS Degree in Business Administration, Sales, or a relevant field

Demonstrable ability to communicate and present to, and influence, key stakeholders at all levels of an organization, including executive and C‑level

Selling aptitude with emphasis on business development

Ability to leverage networks by cultivating key relationships and knowledge of local marketing and media

Experience with Store operations applications (Sales Force and SAP)

Ability to create and cultivate a network

Valid US Driver's License

Access to reliable transportation to visit 5+ current/potential clients per day

What We Offer:

Base salary starting at $85,000

Commission and bonus opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance – effective first day of employment

401(k) with company match

PTO – vacation, sick, and holidays

Technogym is an Equal Opportunities Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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