Job Duties
Donaldson is committed to solving the world's most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.
Position Summary:
As the Key Account Manager - Resale for our Industrial Aftermarket business unit, you'll have the opportunity to work with large distributors to grow their knowledge of our core products, to gain their interest in representing Donaldson in the market, to grow revenue through distributors via new sales opportunity generation, and to maintain market share across diverse markets in the United States and Canada. You will foster and strengthen relationships with key customer contacts through phone and email communication, as well as through travel to various territories.Qualified candidates must be able toworka hybrid schedule at ourBloomington, MN office/facility.
Role Responsibilities:
Act as a primary contact for assigned Resaleaccounts, which includes traveling to customer locations to solidify relationships, determining customer needs, and learning application and business requirements
Through market research, daily customer phone calls and emails, and business travel to customers, identify and close sales opportunities and leads through resellers to secure new end user business and grow channel sales
Establish, cultivate and leverage resale customer relationships at a branch level and corporate level to grow the business
Conduct virtual and in-person trainings on Donaldson products and technologies to resellers, and coach them on how to sell filtration to their customer base
Lead sales presentations, pricing negotiations, business and product proposals, and other communications designed to drive sales
Ensure customer satisfaction by completing quotes, reviewing business opportunities, and answering technical questions
Manage channel conflict through regular communication with distribution partners and territory managers to determine the best path to market to gain market share
Act as a customer advocate within internal organizations and cross-functional teams on pre- and post-sale matters including but not limited to our OEM group, engineering and manufacturing facilities
Maintain relationships and favorable contacts with current and potential accounts utilizing Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Travel: Up to 15%
Minimum Qualifications:
3+ years of experience within technical sales
High school diploma
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred
Previous experience selling to or working with distributors, and/or selling in an industrial or manufacturing environment
Strong time management skills
Excellent listening, negotiation, presentation abilities and collaboration skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong mechanical/technical aptitude and ability to learn new technologies
Demonstrated ability to use good public relations skills including having a professional impact and being able to present to groups or individuals in a persuasive manner
Relocation: Thisposition is not eligible for relocationassistance.
Annual SalaryRange:$78,400-$100,900. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to applicable work experience, training, education, and performance. Based on work location, geographic adjustment is included.
This position is eligible forsalesincentiveor commissionplan, based on sales targets under company policy.
Employee benefits are part of the competitive total rewards package that Donaldson Company, Inc. provides to you. Our comprehensive benefits program includes health benefits, retirement plan (401k), paid time away, paidleaves(including paid parental leave)andmore.
Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:
Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.
Keywords:Channel Sales, Distributor Sales, Account Management, Key Accounts, Reseller Sales, Business Development, Relationship Management, Industrial, Manufacturing, Air Filtration
LI-Hybrid
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans
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Donaldson is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, genetic information, protected veterans status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or any other status protected under federal, state or local laws.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
3 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55431
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
JR-27124
Job Benefits
Not specified
