Product Support Sales Manager
Job Description
Own aftermarket sales and product support strategy for Power Systems customers across an assigned territory.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute aftermarket sales strategies to drive revenue growth and customer retention
- Develop and communicate territory sales coverage and account management plans
- Identify new business opportunities and expand customer relationships in key markets
- Provide technical sales leadership for engine, generator, and power systems aftermarket service solutions
- Support teams and customers evaluating repair strategies, maintenance programs, and lifecycle equipment support options
- Promote value of service agreements, preventative maintenance programs, repairs, upgrades, and related aftermarket solutions
- Manage strategic customer accounts and support resolution of escalated customer concerns
- Collaborate with regional leadership on pricing strategies, sales initiatives, and market growth plans
- Lead, coach, and develop Product Support Sales Representatives, Inside Sales personnel, Sales Administrators, and support staff
- Set performance expectations and promote accountability across the team
- Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and training
- Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and talent development activities
- Foster a culture focused on customer service, teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
- Develop and support annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans
- Monitor departmental performance against revenue, profitability, and operational goals
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiencies and resource planning
- Review service proposals, maintenance agreements, repair scopes, and technical estimates for accuracy, competitiveness, and operational feasibility
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and aftermarket support planning
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field preferred
- 5+ years of sales or aftermarket business development experience with proven success growing customer relationships and achieving business objectives
- 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing teams and driving performance
- Experience in power systems, heavy equipment, industrial service, or related equipment support industries strongly preferred
- Caterpillar industry experience preferred
- Strong working knowledge preferred of diesel and natural gas engines, generator sets, transfer switches, and related power systems service operations
- Experience supporting or leading service-related quoting, troubleshooting, repair planning, or aftermarket product support activities preferred
- Ability to build credibility with customers, technicians, and service leadership through practical operational and technical understanding
- Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with service quoting, maintenance agreements, and aftermarket support operations
- Experience with CRM systems, sales analytics, and Microsoft Office business applications preferred
Location
- Addison, IL (onsite)
Compensation
- $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Schedule
- M-F, weekend as needed to complete assigned duties
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
- Paid Time Off: Prorated 80 hours of PTO
- Education Assistance
- Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection
Technologies
- CRM systems
- Microsoft Office
- Sales analytics
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
- Office environment
- May walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs on a continuous basis
- May occasionally enter shop or warehouse and will need appropriate safety equipment (for example: safety glasses or side shields, hearing protection)
- Noise level usually low to moderate
- Flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed
- Occasional travel may be required
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions