Key Account Manager - OEM

Crane Company; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company is seeking an OEM Key Account Manager based in Piqua, Ohio, to drive sales growth of pump products through strategic engagement with OEM integrators. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing current accounts and developing new business opportunities while ensuring long‑term customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, and have at least 3 years of experience in industrial sales. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial sales contract negotiation.
• Proven track record of managing key accounts and driving new business.
• Strong technical aptitude for complex applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow sales with existing OEM integrators.
• Identify and engage new OEM integrators and strategic partners.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline data.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Relationship Building

Resilience

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Job description

Basic Function

The OEM Key Account Manager will be responsible for driving sales growth of pump products through strategic engagement with existing OEM integrators and the development of new OEM relationships. This role requires a proactive, entrepreneurial mindset to identify new platforms, applications, and product opportunities that align with customer needs and market trends. The OEM Key Account Manager will serve as the primary point of contact ensuring long‑term customer satisfaction and sustainable revenue growth.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Account Management & Growth
  • Manage and grow sales with existing OEM integrators.
  • Develop account plans and strategies to increase share of wallet.
  • Build strong relationships across customer organizations, including engineering, procurement, and leadership.
• New Business Development
  • Identify and engage new OEM integrators and strategic partners.
  • Prospect and qualify new opportunities across targeted verticals and applications.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions for new platforms.
• Strategic Sales Execution
  • Understand customer applications and translate needs into pump solutions.
  • Lead technical and commercial discussions to position products effectively.
  • Work closely with product management and engineering to influence product development based on market feedback.
• Market & Competitive Intelligence
  • Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.
  • Provide insights to leadership on market dynamics and growth opportunities.
• Forecasting & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasts and pipeline data.
  • Report regularly on account performance, opportunities, and risks.
• Travel
  • Position requires approximately 15-20% travel.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in industrial sales contract negotiation, whether directly or indirectly through integrators.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Resilient, quick rebound time, high drive, collaborative, persistent.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial sales, pumps, fluid handling, or OEM equipment preferred.
• Proven track record of managing key accounts and driving new business.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to understand complex applications.
• Experience working with Military OEM integrators in industries such as HVAC, water treatment, or rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with pump technologies (centrifugal, positive displacement, wastewater, surface pumps, etc.).
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to execution.

Work Authorization

Crane Pumps & Systems will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas (Examples: E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN), or those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.