OVC - National Sales Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop a complete understanding of all OVC - OHIO VALVE COMPANY valve products
• Maintain a working knowledge of all relevant customer issues, pricing and billing procedures, and collections status.
• Remain knowledgeable of company’s products, market and industry trends, competitors, and leading customer strategies.
• Develop and maintain lasting industry relationships with current clients and prospects
• Grow product acceptability with major market End Users and EP&C companies within a geographical region
• Required overnight travel within all the geographical regions throughout the US.
• Ensure quotes and orders are done in a timely manner, meeting deadlines from sales team and customers
• Remain attuned to market trends and competitor activity
• Maintain current knowledge and job skills - advising management of any training needs
• Report on activities, progress, market information, and new ideas
• Integrate into local trade organizations and professional associations
• Always project professionalism and promote the company’s established reputation in the marketplace
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Personal Attributes)

• 7-10 years of experience selling Technical Valves, Industrial Valves, and value-added products and services
• Team Managerial skills in the Valve Industry
• 5+ years of experience calling on PVF Distribution, EP&C’s and OEM’s to gain Valve Acceptance and Approvals
• Demonstrated achievements in Valve Sales Growth
• Ability to develop and nurture long standing relationships
• 5+ years of project management experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, professional image
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to work in a virtual setting with minimal supervision.
• Passion for continued improvement and team success
• Positive professional attitude at all times