Sales Director - Petrochemicals & Chemical (PCC), USA

Sales Director - Petrochemicals & Chemical (PCC), USA page is loaded Sales Director - Petrochemicals & Chemical (PCC), USA Apply locations Richmond time type Full time posted on Posted 16 Days Ago job requisition id JR_17800 KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success. People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today. At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference - the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products. OVERVIEW:The Director of Petrochemicals & Chemicals (PCC) Sales in the USA is a member of the Leadership team of KSB USA. Reporting to the Vice President, Standard Business North America. You will be responsible for the P&L along with the overall business performance and growth of the Petrochemicals & Chemicals (PCC) business across the USA. To be successful as the Director, PCC Sales role you will function within the existing organizational matrix to allocate related costs across the organization. You will be setting, deploying and controlling the strategic direction of the business by identifying regional business development opportunities across the North American Region - Mexico and Canada. Your main focus is to enhance the KSB installed base via direct sales to key accounts and OEMs, along with developing sales channels and e-sales, in close collaboration with other business leaders responsible for the municipal market, SupremeServ and engineered business (project business).RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop business plans to outline business goals and financial targets, ensuring implementation aligns with corporate objectives Craft appropriate strategies and ensure regular reviews with direct reportsDefine, manage and report the P&L for the PCC business of KSB USA according to KSB business Plans (Climb21, Grip21+ and Strategy 2030+)Responsible for attaining financial objectives within the defined scope of COI, sales, and contribution margin.Oversees and guides EBIT outcomes in accordance with the organizational structure of the KSB AMN matrix.Pilot the launch of the KSB USA PCC "Center of Gravity" commercial office in the Houston, Texas areaLead the internal collaboration with the PCC marketing manager to formulate and execute the Marcomm strategy for the PCC market in the USA, with strategic expansion into Mexico and CanadaDirect the e-sales, IT and applications teams to collaborate with the PCC market area to develop, implement and roll out selection sales tools supporting the standard business growth across the regionSupervise, direct and manage other sales managers with direct responsibility in the PCC market area in the US.Collaborate and influence the PCC business growth in Mexico and CanadaTogether with other market area VPs and Directors, spearhead the formation of a network of manufacturer's representatives aimed at boosting indirect sales for the PCC market areaOffer impactful leadership across all sales and operational facets by establishing appropriate levels of oversight, adherence, administration and surveillance to fulfill approved obligations.Ensure optimal and efficient planning by utilizing of all resources to enhance productivityDetermine the organization and talent needed to build the PCC standard business team in the KSB North American Region by leading the recruiting, onboarding and development of this teamIdentify key training and development needs of employees with the ability to spot talent and nurture the development of high-potential employeesForesee action to improve poor performers or replace them after a period of evaluationIdentify, develop and secure opportunities to increase the value proposition and competitiveness of KSB North America by utilizing new revenue generation applications, products (e.g., valves), clients and sales strategies.Develop, maintain and leverage business relationships within the KSB Global Group to foster the growth of KSB North American Market QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Engineering AND a minimum of 7 years of related experience in the Industrial Pump Market along with at least five years of commercial customer-facing experience in the related marketCOMPETENCIES:Strategic thinking - Generate and apply of unique business insights and opportunities intended to create a competitive advantage for a firm or organizationRemote supervision - Develop, maintain and grow successful business relationships with remote teams and supervisorsMatrix management - Develop relationships, trust, empathy and emotional awareness to influence and lead successfully stakeholders involved in the successful performance of the businessTime management - Manage one's own time along with the time required from others for project work in all aspects of the daily business while achieving strategic objectivesCommunication skills - Talk to others to convey information effectively one-on-one and in group presentationsComprehension - Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documentsComputer skills - Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and CRMCollaboration - Use a team-oriented approach to sales activity, problem-solving and knowledge sharingActive Learning - Seek and acquire relevant knowledge for the successful performance of the territory autonomously by understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-makingSocial Perceptiveness - Be aware of others' reactions and interpretations of an appropriate responseDeductive Reasoning - Be able to apply general rules to specific problems producing reasonable answersMechanical Aptitude - Understand and read mechanical design drawings and specifications Drug screening and background checks are required.   ( EOE/M/F/D/V) Drug-Free Environment #KSBCareers #Directorcareers #ManfacturingLeader #Womeninmanfacturing #diversityinmanfacturing #careersinmanfacturing #jobsinhoustonKSB Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. KSB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.  We value employees who take the initiative and are committed to our company; Employees who take responsibility and for whom business success is the focus of their actions. In return, we offer fair framework conditions for collective wages and pensions, flexible working time models, individual training opportunities and the best career prospects. About UsKSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services, industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing acilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success.At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference - the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products.Introduce Yourself Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking  Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

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