Area Sales Manager

Area Sales Manager.

Area Sales Manager

Norfolk, Virginia

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Permanent

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Marine Engineering

Area Sales Manager - Marine/Offshore

Location: Territory-Based
Industry: Marine, Offshore, Industrial Equipment
Employment Type: Full-Time | Leadership Role

Are you a driven sales leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and growing key markets? We're looking for an ambitious Area Sales Manager to take ownership of a regional customer portfolio, lead sales growth, and develop strategic client relationships in an international environment.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead sales activities and drive profitable growth across the assigned territory
  • Manage and develop both existing and new customer accounts
  • Take responsibility for achieving sales targets and budget performance
  • Build strong collaboration between Sales and Service teams to ensure excellent customer experience
  • Develop and implement strategic account plans and annual customer development plans
  • Monitor market trends, identify new business opportunities, and act with an entrepreneurial mindset
  • Deliver accurate reporting and market insights to senior management
  • Ensure compliance with company strategy, HSEQ standards, and industry regulations
  • Represent the brand professionally and build long-term customer partnerships

What We're Looking For

  • 5+ years of international sales management experience
  • Background in marine/offshore/technical equipment markets is a strong advantage
  • Fluent in English (written & spoken) - additional languages are a plus
  • Strong communicator, negotiator, and influencer at all levels
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and seize commercial opportunities
  • Skilled in strategic account planning, budgeting, and customer development
  • Culturally aware and confident working in a global business environment
  • Structured, results-focused, and able to manage priorities under pressure
  • Passionate about customer satisfaction and building long-term value

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