District Sales Manager

Swan Analytical USA; Lafayette (LA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + commission

Comprehensive training and development

Career growth opportunities

Meaningful work

Job summary

Swan Analytical USA is seeking a District Sales Manager to drive growth in the Lafayette, LA region. You will develop regional sales strategies, build pipelines, and translate technical capabilities into customer value.

The role requires regionally focused sales experience in analytical instrumentation, strong communication and negotiation skills, and willingness to travel frequently. A base plus commission structure, with opportunities for training and career advancement, awaits the right

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, or related field is preferred.
• Sales experience in analytical instrumentation or technical fields is a plus.
• Willingness to travel regionally and adapt to varying customer environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop regional sales strategies to exceed growth targets.
• Build and manage a regional sales pipeline through outreach and relationships.
• Identify new opportunities while supporting existing accounts.
• Collaborate with technical experts for demos and solutions.
• Prepare presentations and proposals for customers and partners.
• Negotiate contracts with focus on mutual success.
• Report on sales performance and market insights.
• Represent Swan Analytical at trade shows and industry events.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Biology or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

District Sales Manager - Analytical Instrumentation

Based in the Lafayette, LA, area | Regional Travel Required

Swan Analytical USA

Full-Time | Entry to Mid-Level

Drive Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

Swan Analytical USA is a global leader in high-precision water analysis instrumentation, and we're looking for a District Sales Manager to join our team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a technically minded sales professional who thrives at the intersection of science and business - someone who enjoys connecting technology with customer needs to deliver real-world value.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute regional sales strategies to exceed growth targets.
• Build and manage a healthy sales pipeline through proactive outreach and relationship building.
• Identify and convert new business opportunities while supporting existing accounts.
• Collaborate with technical experts to deliver engaging demos and solutions.
• Prepare persuasive presentations and proposals for customers and partners.
• Negotiate contracts with a focus on mutual success.
• Report on sales performance, market insights, and customer feedback.
• Represent Swan Analytical at trade shows, conferences, and industry events.

A typical week includes office days on Mondays and Fridays at your home, with most regional travel occurring from Tuesday through Thursday.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, or related field (preferred).
• Sales experience in analytical instrumentation, water analysis, or other technical fields is a bonus.
• Previous experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, and power plant chemistry (preferred)
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regionally.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive base salary + commission structure
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization
• Meaningful work - contribute to cleaner, safer water worldwide