Product Sales Development Manager

Your role

As the Product Sales Development Manager at Leybold, you will serve as the key regional liaison for everything related to our product and applications portfolio. This role involves close collaboration with our global product management team to ensure that customers in the industrial sector receive exceptional service and insight regarding the Leybold Industrial Vacuum Product range. Additionally, you will manage a variety of responsibilities, including providing technical support, structuring pricing strategies, executing marketing plans, guiding new product launches, and delivering comprehensive product training.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the primary contact for the Leybold Industrial Vacuum Product range within your region, ensuring that client needs and queries are met efficiently.
• Supporting the Technical Support team by addressing product-related inquiries and facilitating solutions.
• Collaborating with the Applications team to identify and recommend the most suitable vacuum equipment for various applications, both known and emerging.
• Conducting training sessions for customers in-house and off-site, focused on the proper application of Leybold products and diverse industrial applications.
• Engaging in joint customer visits and conference calls to promote training on product use and discover potential vacuum opportunities.
• Preparing engaging materials and presentations, collaborating with account managers for effective product demonstrations.
• Assisting customers during test phases by providing startup support and necessary qualifications.
• Building your expertise in Leybold products and their applications, thereby enhancing value for clients.
• Conducting market research to understand competitive products and pricing, and contributing insights for global product management, enhancing our sales messages.
• Cooperating with the NA and Global Marketing teams to define key messaging strategies.
• Identifying market positioning and share, shaping a clear picture of total available market for the HV product line within North America.
• Advising on regional warranty claim decisions and supporting quality assurance efforts.
• Performing other duties as assigned to support operational efficiency.

To succeed, you will need

We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply, even if you don’t meet every single qualification listed. Our team values diverse perspectives and experiences, and we are eager to explore what you can bring to our vibrant culture.

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Vacuum Industry and Industrial Sales is preferred.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred, or equivalent experience in technical product marketing or product management support.
• Exceptional analytical and creative problem-solving abilities to navigate complex challenges.
• Possess a self-motivated, independent approach, with strong organization and methodical work habits.
• Results-oriented, utilizing ambition and effort to achieve goals while accepting accountability for outcomes.
• An adaptable demeanor, comfortable with navigating various work environments.
• Proficient in MS Office software programs, demonstrating strong application skills.
• Outstanding oral and written communication expertise.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, frequently around 50% or more of your time, including overnight travel.

In return, we offer

• • At Leybold, we constantly seek improvement, and our culture thrives on openness to change and feedback – we believe there's always a better way to achieve our goals.

  • We are committed to supporting your professional journey through personalized learning opportunities, global job mobility, and technical training from our highly respected academy.

  • The safety and well-being of our employees are our top priorities; we uphold the highest standards for workplace safety.

  • We offer a competitive compensation package that reflects your skills and contributions to our mission.

  LEYBOLD USA INC. is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disabled/Veteran. We embrace diversity and equality in the workplace.

• #LI-Remote

Job location

This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from any location across the globe. We prioritize the quality of your work over your physical location, ensuring you have the necessary tools and support to thrive, no matter where you choose to work.

Contact information

Additionally, you may contact the Talent Acquisition Team: Reba Libengood for assistance with your application.