National Sales Manager (Pulp and Paper Industry)
sulzer
| Company | sulzer |
| Category | Sales |
| Location | Easley |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workday) |
Description
Sulzer ist ein führendes Ingenieurunternehmen mit einer stolzen Tradition der Innovation. Werden Sie Teil unseres globalen Teams, um Ihr Fachwissen zu erweitern und innovative Lösungen zu entwickeln, die eine prosperierende und nachhaltigere Gesellschaft ermöglichen.
Was Sie erwartet
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on National Sales Manager to lead and develop our Direct and Regional Sales Managers while implementing aggressive sales strategies across the United States. This role carries direct accountability for all direct and indirect PPI sales activities, requiring close collaboration with operations, procurement, quality, and other key departments.
Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Expertise
Beyond strong leadership qualities, we are looking for a proven industry expert who brings deep, hands-on experience in the Pulp and Paper (PPI) market . Specifically, the ideal candidate must possess direct technical and commercial background with pumps, mixers, screens, or specific application experience directly inside pulp and paper mills . They will use this deep industry fluency to lead teams, manage major corporate and OEM accounts, and forge partnerships.
Core Responsibilities:
• Achieve sales growth targets by developing and executing annual sales plans for the US PPI market.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and monitor the performance of Regional Sales Managers and Application Specialists.
• Own and manage direct corporate accounts, building solid partnerships and negotiating OEM/corporate agreements.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activity to expand sales of new and existing products.
Travel Expectation: High travel requirement of 60%-70% , primarily targeting Atlanta, Georgia, the Carolinas, and the broader Southeast region of the US.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar technical degree preferred; MBA is a plus.
• 10 to 15 years of regional sales experience, with a mandatory background in the Pulp and Paper industry featuring hands-on application experience with mill equipment such as pumps, mixers, or screens.
• At least 5 years of people management experience leading sales teams.
Wir bieten
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• 12 Company Paid Holidays per year
• Annual Bonus Program
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability, Company Paid Life Insurance
• 6% 401K or Roth Company Match with Immediate Vesting
• Company Paid Retirement Security Contributions following 1 year of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance
• Quarterly Gym Reimbursement
Sulzer ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit fördert. Wir glauben an die Stärke einer vielfältigen Belegschaft und setzen uns für ein integratives Arbeitsumfeld ein.
Wir sind stolz darauf, in Brasilien, Kanada, China, Finnland, Deutschland, Irland, Mexiko, der Schweiz, Südafrika, Großbritannien und den USA als Top-Arbeitgeber 2026 ausgezeichnet worden zu sein.