Sales Engineer Manager

Proexec Consulting Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Proexec Consulting Inc. is seeking a senior-level Sales / Account Leader with a track record in defense system companies, aerospace engineering organizations, or military procurement programs.

The role focuses on aligning technical solutions with customer needs and expanding the company’s market presence. The ideal candidate will design strategic business plans, build lasting customer relationships, and deliver insightful forecasts to leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales or business development experience, especially in aerospace/defense environments.
• Experience communicating with technical, operational, and executive stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a strategic business plan to expand the customer base in defense/aerospace sectors.
• Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships.
• Present sales, revenue and forecasts to the management team.
• Identify emerging markets and monitor competition to expand product markets.
• Finish other tasks assigned by upper management.

Skills

5+ years of sales experience

New business development

Stakeholder communication

Leadership & project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering/aerospace

Tools

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Salesforce/ERP experience

Job description

I’m recruiting for a senior-level Sales / Account Leader

The ideal candidate brings experience working with defense system companies, aerospace engineering organizations, or military procurement programs, and understands how to align technical solutions with customer.

• Design and implement a strategic business plan that expands company’s new customer base and ensure its strong presence in the market (defense system companies, aerospace engineering organizations, or military procurement programs)
• Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs
• Present sales, revenue and expenses reports and realistic forecasts to the management team
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status and expand new products markets
• Finish other tasks assigned by the upper management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered
• 5+ years of sales or business development experience, with demonstrated success in aerospace, defense, or military procurement environments
• Prior experience working with defense system companies, aerospace manufacturers, or government/military customers strongly preferred
• Engineering background or technical sales experience within aerospace or defense industries highly valued
• Proven ability to develop new customer relationships while maintaining and growing existing accounts
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with technical, operational, and executive-level stakeholders
• Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills
• Results-driven with the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities simultaneously
• Proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office; ERP or Salesforce experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing environments is a plus