Western Regional Sales Manager -Palletizer Division

Columbia Machine, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 87,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the packaging machinery sector is seeking a Western Regional Sales Manager for its Palletizer Division. This role involves developing sales strategies, managing customer relations, and coordinating closely with various internal teams to drive growth and efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in sales within the packaging industry and be capable of presenting technical solutions to clients.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in the packaging industry (EOL).
• Preferred sales experience in end-of-line packaging/palletizing.

Responsibilities

• Leads sales activities within assigned territory.
• Develops market sales strategy and maintains customer relationships.
• Creates technical sales presentations and manages customer relationships.

Skills

SalesForce.com

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving skills

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

Job description

Western Regional Sales Manager -Palletizer Division

Western Regional Sales Manager -Palletizer Division

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Columbia Machine, Inc. provided pay range

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Base pay range

$87,550.00/yr - $118,450.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Commission

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At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.

With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.

Summary: Reporting to the North American Sales Manager, this position will be part of the Columbia Machine Palletizer Sales Team and requires close coordination with sales, engineering, and marketing teams to increase sales volumes, maintain customer relationships, and develop new sales channels to increase market share in the assigned territory which includes CA, AZ, UT & NV.

This is a home office-based position and must be located within the territory, preferably Southern California.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leads sales activities within Assigned Sales Territory

• Develops target market sales strategy by identifying short-term and long-range sales forecasts for the assigned territory
• Tracks lost order reporting and analyzes root cause to develop competitive advantage
• Supports the sales proposal preparation process and reviews Customer Specifications
• Develops professional presentations targeted at the specific needs of each Customer
• Travel up to 75%

Services existing customer relationships and accounts

• Serves as the Ultimate Customer Advocate by ensuring that unresolved issues are visible and resolved in a timely manner
• Maintains and expands our relationship with all accounts and channel partners in the assigned territory
• Performs regular follow up communication regarding our performance on existing systems and the potential for new projects

Develop new customer relationships and accounts

• Creates and conducts customized technical sales presentations, trainings, and proposals based on information supplied by sales representatives and gathered from existing and potential customers
• Researches new sales opportunities by becoming familiar with potential new customers and industry niche needs
• Manages sales channel productivity by driving niche customer solutions and implementing programs to expand the sales pipeline

Recommends changes in products & services

• Evaluates project results, customer feedback and competitive developments from the field and communicates research and development opportunities to the engineering team
• Consults with engineering, manufacturing, sales, marketing, and service teams on new product developments and provides technical support with new product introductions
• Provides expertise in systems concepts to provide the most comprehensive solution available
• Maintains a good rapport with Columbia Machine departments while asking the difficult questions necessary to ensure that solutions are comprehensive and efficient. Utilizes CRM to manage customer relationships
• Maintains accurate and up to date customer data and opportunities; actively collects and adds market information to the CRM system.

Supports internal and external customer service

• Understands and documents internal and external customer needs and expectations
• Communicates to appropriate team(s) when an expectation will not be met
• Contributes to continuous improvement effort
• Identifies process improvements, makes constructive suggestions for change, and collaborates on implementation

Maintains professional and technical knowledge

• Establishes personal networks, participates in professional societies, attends professional workshops and reviews publications
• Stays current with developments in Palletizing, Stretch Wrapping, Case Conveying, Pallet Conveying, Labeling and any other technology related to the Palletizing Business

Contributes to team effort

• Willing to attempt new assignments or fill in for others as needed; accomplishes other duties as assigned

Skills

• Proficient in SalesForce.com and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong technical aptitude; can deal with abstract and concrete variables with high attention to detail
• Experience with a variety of the industry’s concepts, practices, and procedures

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field experience is required
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the packaging industry (EOL), preferably in an engineering or sales role
• End-of-line packaging/palletizing sales experience is highly preferred

Qualifications

Skills

• Proficient in SalesForce.com and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong technical aptitude; can deal with abstract and concrete variables with high attention to detail
• Experience with a variety of the industry’s concepts, practices, and procedures

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or related field experience is required
• Minimum of five years’ experience in the packaging industry (EOL), preferably in an engineering or sales role
• End-of-line packaging/palletizing sales experience is highly preferred

Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com

Job Type: Full-time

Salary +Commission

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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