Sales Manager

DANGO & DIENENTHAL Maschinenbau GmbH; West Carrollton (OH); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

DANGO & DIENENTHAL Maschinenbau GmbH is seeking a Sales Manager for a remote travel position with regular trips to the home office in Carrollton, Ohio. The role emphasizes developing new sales opportunities in hydraulics, fluid power systems, and forging industries, and coordinating with the German sales team to close deals.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in outside sales, strong client relationship skills, and fluency in English; German language is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in outside sales.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• Fluency in English; German a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities in hydraulics, fluid power, and forging industries.
• Lead development and follow-up through networking, trade shows, cold calls, and referrals.
• Build long-term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with the German sales team to align strategies and close sales.
• Maintain CRM records and provide weekly/monthly sales reports.
• Assist in proposals and contracts with internal teams.

Skills

Outside sales

Lead generation

Customer relationships

Communication skills

English fluency

German knowledge

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Title: Sales Manager

Based At: Remote travel position with travel to home office in Carrollton Ohio

Position Reports To: Executive Director

Responsibilities: Sales and Lead Development (40% of time allocation)

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities in the hydraulics, fluid power systems, and forging industries.
• Actively pursue leads through industry networking, trade shows, cold calls, and referrals.
• Research market trends and customer needs to identify potential clients and opportunities for growth.
• Work collaboratively with the sales team in Germany to develop and execute strategies for closing sales.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Title and Responsibilities

Title: Sales Manager

Based At: Remote travel position with travel to home office in Carrollton Ohio

Position Reports To: Executive Director

Responsibilities: Sales and Lead Development (40% of time allocation)

• Identify and develop new sales opportunities in the hydraulics, fluid power systems, and forging industries.
• Actively pursue leads through industry networking, trade shows, cold calls, and referrals.
• Research market trends and customer needs to identify potential clients and opportunities for growth.
• Work collaboratively with the sales team in Germany to develop and execute strategies for closing sales.

Customer Relationship Management (30% of time allocation)

• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Schedule and conduct in-person meetings with clients to present products, provide demonstrations, and close deals.
• Serve as the face of the company, delivering excellent service and acting as a trusted advisor for customers.

Collaboration with German Sales Team (15% of time allocation)

• Coordinate closely with the German sales team to align sales efforts, share market intelligence, and track progress on shared goals.
• Provide regular updates on regional market conditions, customer feedback, and competitive activity.
• Participate in virtual and in-person meetings with the international sales team to ensure seamless communication and strategy alignment.

Administrative and Reporting (15% of time allocation)

• Maintain detailed records of sales activities, customer interactions, and pipeline progress in the CRM system.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, market opportunities, and forecasting.
• Assist in the development of sales proposals and contracts in collaboration with internal teams.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in outside sales, preferably in hydraulics, fluid power systems, or forging industries.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of industrial equipment, hydraulics, and forging industry applications.
• Language Skills: Fluency in English is required; familiarity with German is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Ability to quickly understand and articulate technical product specifications.
• Travel: Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory and occasionally internationally.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage effectively with customers and international teams.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Other Skills: Self‑motivated, results‑driven, and skilled at working independently to meet sales targets.

Level of Responsibility

Reports to Executive Director collaborates with the international sales team based in Germany, and works closely with internal teams to support customer satisfaction and business growth.

Flexible work from home options available.