LESSO America Inc. is seeking a proactive, results-driven Senior Sales Manager & Business Development professional to join their U.S. team. This role is primarily responsible for driving sales growth, expanding market share, and managing key customer relationships within the assigned territory.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute territory sales plans to achieve and exceed sales targets and growth objectives
- Identify, pursue, and secure new customers, projects, and business opportunities to expand market share
- Conduct regular visits to distributors, contractors, engineers, municipalities, and end users to build and maintain strong business relationships
- Understand customer needs and provide effective product solutions that drive project specifications and sales conversions
- Manage the full sales cycle, including prospecting, quotations, negotiations, order management, and after-sales support
- Deliver product presentations, technical discussions, demonstrations, and training sessions to customers and distribution partners
- Support distributors with sales development initiatives and market expansion activities to increase product penetration
- Manage key accounts and strategic projects to ensure customer satisfaction and long-term business growth
- Collect market intelligence, analyze sales performance, and provide regular sales forecasts, activity reports, and business updates
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, association meetings, and customer functions
- Monitor industry trends, competitive activities, and market developments to identify new growth opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure timely support and effective response to customer requirements
- Assist in developing new products
- Gather customer feedback and market insights and provide recommendations for product improvements, new product opportunities, and product portfolio expansion
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of sales and business development experience, preferably within PVC pipe and fittings, construction materials, water infrastructure, municipal, or related industries
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and developing new business opportunities
- Strong customer relationship management, account development, and negotiation skills
- Self-motivated with a strong results-oriented mindset and the ability to work independently
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory
- Valid driver's license required
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Bachelor's degree preferred