An international automotive parts manufacturing company is currently searching for a SalesManager to join their company in the Jeffersonville, IN area. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of sales management and business development experience at manufacturing company. This is a full-time, direct hire position. Sales Manager Responsibilities Include: Work with customers to determine appropriate solutions to their needs, assist with new product applications, and answer questions and requests for information regarding product details, issues, etc. Identify new business development opportunities, and establish relationships with potential customers within assigned sales territory Communicate and consult with customers to determine what products would work for them Understand the logistic operation to secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery Communicate with manufacturers to do order entry with products specifications Create price quotations and negotiate price / costs with customers Collaboration with sales teams and clients in regards to product planning and demand Market research and analysis Communicate with customers and internal departments and customers in both Japanese and English Occasional business travel as required Other duties as assigned Sales Manager Requirements Include: At least 3 years of account management experience Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a Business or Engineering field preferred but not a requirement Experience with automotive industries will be a plus At least 3-5 years of sales management and / or similar leadership experience in an industrial environment Hunter mentality with ability to research and generate new sales leads and opportunities Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment Ability to prioritize tasks and good organizational skills Ability to travel to customers Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications This position includes manufacturing and warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.
