Area Sales Manager

Sulzer; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + holidays

401k 6% match

Health plan

HSA matching

Wellness program

Employee assistance

Job summary

Sulzer is seeking an Area Sales Manager in Pasadena, TX to lead commercial activities in the assigned territory and promote Sulzer solutions externally. You will interface with customers, quote accurately, and help link engineering features to business value.

The role requires strong communication, 5–7 years of relevant experience, and willingness to travel up to 75% to cover the territory. A university degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree (or equivalent work experience).
• 5–7 years of relevant sales experience in engineering or technical services.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in solution selling and translating technical features into business value.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and technical documentation tools.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed the territory sales budget and drive external promotion.
• Develop and implement sales strategies aligned with Sulzer goals.
• Provide timely and accurate quotes; support proposals to clients.
• Forecast sales and manage contracts/PO terms for accounts.
• Travel up to 75% across the territory as needed.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Solution selling

CRM

Technical translation

Education

University degree

Tools

CRM

Technical docs tools

Job description

Area Sales Manager# Sulzer Careers## Area Sales ManagerApply: Pasadena: Full time: Posted Today: JR105028Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.# About the roleJob Summary The Area Sales Manager has primary and direct responsibility for all commercial activity and the external promotion of the company in the assigned territory. The ASM is expected to be a leader and an achiever. The ASM supports the sales process by interfacing with customers and helping understand how products meet their needs. This role bridges the gap between engineering and sales, ensuring technical accuracy and customer satisfaction.**Candidate preferred to live in the Louisianna Territory(Baton Rouge, Lake Charles, etc.)**This job and its associated grade are specifically aligned with roles that have the following scope of responsibility: Small, Medium, Large organization. **Key Responsibilities**Responsible for meeting or exceeding the assigned sales budget for the territory.Externally promotes Sulzer to the market assigned.Develops and implements sales strategies consistent with the goals of Sulzer.Provides complete, timely and accurate quoting information for quote development.Supports the development of and delivers proposals to the client.Follows up on all business activities/quotes to the client thru closing.Responsible for accurate sales forecasts for the assigned area and accounts.Reviews contracts and PO terms and conditions for assigned area accounts.Responsible for the management and control of all business expenses.Maintains an accurate database on central operational systemIt is expected that up to 75% of the ASM’s time is spent in the direct selling activity or pursuing and developing new and /or existing accounts within the assigned areas.Proposal sign-off authority the Company Delegation of AuthorityAttends Trade Shows at the direction of the Regional Sales Manager.This position requires and demands extensive travel into the territory assigned. If for any reason this cannot or is not accomplished, the ASM will be re-evaluate and be reassigned and or relieved of this responsibility as a result.**Skills & Qualifications** Typically a University degree (or equivalent work experience) and at least of 5-7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent skills) are minimally required to carry out the role. Technical background in engineering or related field preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in solution selling. Ability to translate technical features into business benefits. Familiarity with CRM and technical documentation tools.# What we offer you* 15 days of paid time off and 12 company-paid holidays* 401k plan with a 6% match* Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, Life, short-term & long-term disability* Health savings account matching* Motivating wellness program* Employee Assistance Program* Paid parental leave* Gym reimbursement Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.