Service Sales Manager

SKF Group; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SKF Group in the United States is seeking a Service Sales Manager to drive growth of our Condition Monitoring offerings. You will identify new business opportunities, build lasting client relationships, and strive to exceed sales targets through tailored solutions.

The role requires a strong foundation in condition monitoring technologies, proven sales experience, and willingness to travel 50-75% across the US and Canada.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or a related field.
• Proven sales experience, preferably in condition monitoring or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of condition monitoring technologies and applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75% across US and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Identify and target potential clients through market research and networking.
• Present and demonstrate condition monitoring products and services to prospects.
• Build and maintain relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Negotiate and close sales to meet or exceed targets.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams on sales strategies.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and presentations for management.
• Stay informed on industry trends and new product developments.

Skills

Sales experience

Condition monitoring knowledge

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Salary Range: $ 117,000.00 to $ 140,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com .

Job Description

The Service Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales and growth of our Condition Monitoring products and services. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, building and maintaining client relationships, and achieving sales targets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in condition monitoring technologies and a proven track record in sales.

Key Accountabilities

• Identify and target potential clients through market research, networking, and cold calling.
• Identify opportunities that can be supported by SKF’s key platforms
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Present and demonstrate condition monitoring products and services to prospective clients.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions to meet their requirements.
• Negotiate and close sales deals to achieve or exceed sales targets.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, competitor activities, and new product developments.
• Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to develop effective sales strategies and campaigns.
• Prepare and deliver sales reports, forecasts, and presentations to management.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in sales, preferably in condition monitoring or a related industry.
• Strong understanding of condition monitoring technologies and their applications.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and able to work independently.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time in US and Canada
• If applying for a position in Canada, Fluency in French a plus
• Must live close to a major airport

What You’ll Love About SKF:

Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.

Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.

Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish; leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.

Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt out payment. Added benefits include company paid life insurance, STD, LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!

Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.

Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.

About SKF

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. With more than 40,000 employees in around 130 countries, we are truly global. Our products are found everywhere in society. In fact, wherever there is movement, SKF’s solutions might be at work. This means that we are an important part of the everyday lives of people and companies around the world. See more, at www.skf.com.