Sr. Manager Service Sales

INNIO Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

INNIO Group is seeking a Service Sales Leader for Jenbacher North America in Houston. The role drives service sales across direct and indirect markets and manages a team of Service Sales Managers, aligning commercial, technical, and financial functions to deliver customer satisfaction and regional targets.

The candidate will negotiate highly complex contracts, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and ensure profitable service implementations for large power plants and data centers across North

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related discipline; Advanced Degree is a plus.
• Extensive sales experience within power generation, engines, gas turbines, or similar industries.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement the Service Sales Strategy for the North America region.
• Achieve service sales and revenue targets for Jenbacher service offerings, including multi-year agreements and maintenance contracts.
• Maintain sales margins for all service offerings.
• Lead negotiations for complex service contracts and develop customized solutions for large power plants and utilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure agreements meeting operational, logistical, and compliance requirements.
• Coach and develop a team of Service Sales Managers across market segments.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for service sales operations.
• Manage commission structures and incentive plans to drive performance.

Skills

Sales leadership

Negotiation

Contract management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Advanced degree a plus

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

About INNIO Group:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression.

INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Position Overview:
The Service Sales Leader, Jenbacher North America is responsible for driving service sales operations across direct and indirect markets in North America and for leading a team of Service Sales Managers, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring alignment with global and regional strategies. This role is accountable for achieving service sales and revenue targets for all Jenbacher service offerings. The position requires strategic leadership, complex contract negotiations, and collaboration across commercial, technical, and financial functions to deliver customer satisfaction and meet regional business objectives.

Responsibilities:
• Define and implement the Service Sales Strategy for the North America region
• Achieve service sales and revenue targets for Jenbacher service offerings, including multi-year agreements, transactional services, spare parts agreements, conversions, modifications and upgrades, overhauls and repairs, and operations and maintenance
• Maintain sales margin targets for all service offerings
• Lead negotiations for highly complex, multi-layered service contracts and develop customized solutions for large power plants, data centers, and utilities
• Collaborate cross-functionally with commercial, technical, financial, and legal teams to structure agreements that address operational, logistical, and compliance requirements, ensuring risk mitigation and profitability
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Service Sales Managers, providing functional and disciplinary leadership across all market segments in direct and indirect markets
• Ensure clear objectives, effective performance management, and opportunities for professional growth
• Collaborate with the New Unit Sales team to develop strategies that integrate multi-year agreements into new equipment sales projects, while driving cross-regional cooperation and ensuring alignment with global and regional service strategies
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for service sales operations, ensuring accuracy and alignment with regional targets
• Manage commission structures and incentive plans to drive performance and maintain profitability
• Develop initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and strengthen long-term relationships
• Stay informed on industry developments, market trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies to identify new business opportunities and adapt service strategies accordingly
• Represent INNIO at industry conferences, trade shows, and professional forums
• Conduct regular customer meetings, project reviews, and site visits to strengthen relationships, understand operational needs, and ensure successful execution of service agreements
• Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related discipline; Equivalent Advanced Degree is a plus
• Extensive sales experience within the power generation, engine, gas turbine or similar industry, with an internationally operating company
• Proven ability to manage and negotiate highly complex service agreements, including multi-year contracts and operations & maintenance deals
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a sales team, including setting objectives, driving performance, and fostering a high-performance culture
• Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office; ability to manage complex reports, budgets, forecasts, and commissions
• Ability to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing sales teams
• In-depth knowledge of service sales strategies and operations within the power equipment, engines, and gas turbine industry, including expertise in managing complex business agreements such as O&M contracts and transactional service models
• Strong technical aptitude combined with business acumen skills to drive decisions, manage contracts, and achieve P&L targets while ensuring compliance with contractual terms
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal teams and external customers; drive cross-functional collaboration
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify contract execution challenges, resolve customer escalations, and implement process improvements that ensure compliance and operational efficiency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including effective coordination with cross-functional teams
• Ability to work in office or field settings, including prolonged periods of sitting and computer use
• Must have clear vision for reading and screen work, effective verbal communication, and hearing ability for in-person and phone interactions