Regional Sales Manager

Flowtec Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowtec Group is seeking a remote regional sales professional to grow accounts and manage OEM relationships across a multi-state territory. You will identify opportunities, forecast demand, and provide technical support for pump systems used in water, wastewater, municipal, and energy sectors.

The role requires a background in engineering or business, 2+ years selling centrifugal pumps, and strong presentation skills. Travel up to 50% will be needed to meet customers and attend events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience selling centrifugal pumps or pump systems.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, pump technologies and applications in water/wastewater/municipal industries.
• Proficient in CRM tools, data analysis, and sales forecasting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating with internal teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (air travel).

Responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities, manage accounts, and achieve sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Maintain and expand relationships with OEM customers across the region.
• Prepare sales forecasts and provide application and technical support to customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Plan and attend industry events to build market presence.
• Review technical specifications and influence outcomes for the company's products.
• Provide analysis of the sales channel and competitive market activity.
• Maintain up-to-date reporting of sales activity, forecasts, and expenses.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Forecasting

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Business)

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

Work Arrangement: Remote, covering ND, SD, NE, MO, IA, MN, WI, IL, Western KY, IN, MI

Overview:

Our client is a global manufacturer specializing in engineered pumps and related services for water, wastewater, commercial, municipal, energy, and power industries. Their product range includes durable cast iron and corrosion-resistant stainless-steel pumps addressing sewage, sump, centrifugal, and flood control applications.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Identify sales opportunities, manage accounts, and achieve sales targets within the assigned territory.
• Maintain and expand relationships with OEM customers across the region.
• Prepare sales forecasts and provide application and technical support to customers.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve service delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Plan and attend industry events to build market presence.
• Review technical specifications and influence outcomes for the company's products.
• Provide analysis of the sales channel and competitive market activity.
• Maintain up-to-date reporting of sales activity, forecasts, and expenses.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience selling centrifugal pumps and/or centrifugal pump systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical systems, pump technologies, and applications within water, wastewater, energy, or municipal industries.
• Proficient in CRM tools, data analysis, and sales forecasting.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with internal teams.
• Comfortable with up to 50% travel, including air travel.
• Previous experience in technical sales with a focus on pumps or related industrial equipment is a plus.