Sales Manager at GF Machining Solutions LLC in San Diego, California

Job Description:

GF Machining Solutions is one of three divisions of GF, headquartered in Biel/Bienne (Switzerland). GF Machining Solutions is one of the world's leading providers of complete solutions to the tool and mold making industry and to manufacturers of precision components. The divsion is present in more than 50 countries with its own sales companies. The key customer segments are the aerospace, the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as well as the electronic, medical, and automotive industries.

Sales Manager

San Diego, California

Workload: 100%

Your tasks

- Develop and implement a successful sales strategy to align with corporate goals and achieve objectives.

- Analyze and monitor sales forecast activity and profit margin performance and make the necessary changes in a timely manner to achieve goals consistent with Region and Company objectives.

- Create action plans to penetrate new markets and cultivate customer relationships. Take a primary role in the sales efforts to acquire key prospects and secure the order.

- Support critical customer situations and liaison with Service and Application staff to obtain the best solutions to maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction.

- Establish professional relationships within the industry and partner with customers to further understand and anticipate their needs.

- Maintain a high level of motivation and positive attitude in the assigned region promoting a strong self-image and willingness to work together.

- Prepare periodic sales reports showing volume and performance in the region. Complete other reporting duties consistent with Sales Manager position.

- Conduct seminars and attend trade shows promoting GF Machining Solutions as the leader in EDM/Milling/CSB industries.

- National and international travel to GF Machining Solutions locations, trade shows and customers is required on a regular basis to cultivate internal and external relationships.

Your profile

- Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in sales or business; and four to six years related milling and/or EDM sales experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Prior experience in the machining tool industry required.

- Prior management experience preferably in an engineering, aerospace, and/or machine tool sales environment.

- Knowledge and proficient experience with Microsoft Office Systems, including Excel, Word and Power Point.

- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger and handle; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This position will require the employee to regularly travel to customer sites, trade shows or other company locations domestically and internationally.

- Knowledge and proficient experience with Microsoft Office Systems, including Excel, Word and Power Point.

- Must possess a valid driver's license.

Our offer

- GF offers comprehensive packages with elements that support proactive health management, generous savings plans and other benefits above typical market offerings.

- Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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