National Sales Manager

Grs Recruiting; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

GRS Recruiting partnered with a Global Pump Manufacturer to identify a National Sales Manager for the Southeast. The role demands leadership, deep knowledge of the pulp and paper industry and pump product applications, and a proven track record selling industrial equipment across the US.

The successful candidate will drive growth, manage key OEM relationships, and lead a high-impact national program with cross-functional support from an established, global organization.

Qualifications

• Senior regional or national sales experience in industrial markets.
• Strong knowledge of the pulp and paper industry and OEM relationships.
• Experience selling pumps, agitators, or related fluid handling equipment is a plus.
• Leadership experience, formal or informal, is a differentiator.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; MBA is a plus.
• Candidates from both manufacturer and distributor backgrounds will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead national sales initiatives across the Southeast and the United States.
• Develop and manage key customer relationships and OEM partnerships.
• Collaborate with internal teams to fulfill customer needs and drive growth.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

GRS Recruiting has partnered with a Global Pump Manufacturer in their search for a National Sales Manager in the Southeast. The successful candidate will have demonstrated leadership skills, and knowledge of both the pulp and paper industry and pump product applications.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior regional or national sales role within industrial markets
• Background in the pulp and paper industry is strongly preferred, with familiarity with major OEM relationships in the space
• Experience working with or selling pumps, agitators, or related fluid handling and process equipment is a plusPrior leadership experience, whether formal or informal, is a differentiator
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline preferred - an MBA is a plus
• Candidates from both manufacturer and distributor backgrounds will be considered

Why Join This Company

• This is a high-impact, national-scope role with direct influence over a significant and established book of business across the U.S. market
• The company is one of the largest pump manufacturers in the world, with a long-standing reputation as a leader in the North American pulp and paper segment
• A broad and diversified product portfolio gives the sales leader a wide range of solutions to bring to market
• Strong internal support infrastructure - including dedicated spare parts and service teams - allows the sales leader to focus on relationships and growth
• The company operates with the stability and resources of a global industrial organization, while maintaining a focused and collaborative team culture
• This role represents a clear succession opportunity, stepping into a well-established position with an existing foundation of customer relationships and market presence

GRS Recruiting was founded in 1979 - serving clients in the manufacturing and distribution world by finding the best talent to meet their needs. Over the years we have focused on creating relationships within specific industry niches, gaining a deep understanding of the specific skills and traits required to help our clients grow their business and candidates fulfill their career aspirations.