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Our client, a custom electric motor manufacturer and repair shop serving industrial markets across the globe is searching for a Sales Manager in Houston, TX. This person will lead customer acquisition and retention efforts, manage and grow key accounts, and develop a results-driven sales team aligned with company values. In this role, you’ll be responsible for driving sales growth across both existing and emerging markets, including the expansion of new product lines and services. This position requires a leader who can blend tactical hustle with strategic foresight, inspire high performance in others, and play a key role in helping both companies expand market share, increase customer satisfaction, and build long-term growth. The Sales Manager will directly oversee inside sales, project management, and outside sales staff, providing coaching, accountability, and direction to ensure team alignment and execution across all customer-facing activities.
Job Responsibility:
Set sales objectives and drive performance to meet revenue, margin, and growth targets
Coordinate sales efforts with sales leadership to align go-to-market strategies, maximize joint opportunities, and support the success of expanding Houston operations
Lead efforts to penetrate new markets and accounts by developing strategies expanding product lines, capabilities, and value-added services
Develop and execute strategic account plans and business development goals
Work cross-functionally with operations, engineering, and leadership to ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded
Ability to improve lead generation and customer communication
Maintain a steady pipeline of qualified opportunities
Lead, coach, and mentor the sales team, focusing on individual development, accountability, and results
Hire and train high-performing team members who align with values and technical complexity
Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and ongoing coaching to grow leadership bench strength
Foster a culture of extreme ownership, curiosity, urgency, and integrity
Serve as a primary contact for strategic customers and high-value quotes
Negotiate pricing and contracts in coordination with finance and leadership
Resolve escalated customer concerns quickly and thoroughly
Champion customer needs internally to drive customer service excellence and satisfaction
Ensure consistent use of CRM and quoting tools for visibility and follow-up
Track and report KPIs including quoting volume, close rates, sales funnel health, and customer retention
Collaborate with IT to improve sales enablement tools and technology
Reliable execution of the sales process, CRM data integrity, and timely reporting
Requirements:
10+ years of experience in industrial sales, preferably electric motors, motor repair, or related heavy equipment
Proven leadership and team development skills
Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Experience with Visual Manufacturing or similar ERP is a plus
Provide consistent quote follow-up & hold the sales team accountable to do the same
Ability to develop strong customer trust, increasing repeat business, and cross-sell opportunities
Alignment between sales and operations that enhances delivery and execution
Nice to have:
Experience with Visual Manufacturing or similar ERP