Regional Sales Manager

Company Overview:

Headquartered in Jamestown, New York, the Weber Knapp Company has been a progressive engineering design & manufacturer of OEM components since 1909. Primarily known for our engineering expertise in mechanical motion control components utilized in multiple markets including Home & Commercial Appliances, Outdoor Appliances, Medical Equipment, Retail Fixtures, Office Furniture, and numerous custom applications. See our full capabilities and history at www.weberknapp.com.

Job Summary:

The Regional Sales Manager position will report directly to the Director of Sales and Marketing and will have sales responsibility for all products, customers and capabilities as assigned. The primary responsibility will be to develop customer relationships by coordinating product opportunities with new and existing customers.

We are looking for candidates who are goal oriented, exhibit a relentless approach in meeting/exceeding sales goals, demonstrate a strong mechanical/analytical aptitude, and have a strong engineering background. Direct experience selling to an OEM environment is a plus. A person who enjoys the excitement of working within a vertically integrated team approach, has a problem-solving mentality, and thrives in an environment where they have autonomy to take a leadership role should do very well.

Approximately 75% of initial activity will focus on new products and business development, with the balance on existing products’ management and promotion. Overnight travel will vary, but is estimated to be 25% on average depending on the opportunities in product development and the location of the various customers.