Position Summary

Our Quick Coupling Division is looking for a Product Sales Manager to develop and implement product line growth strategies for new/existing customers, spanets, and regions. The ideal candidate possesses a passion for improving customer relations and has a strong base knowledge of the product portfolios they work with. You will work with other Product Sales Managers, Field Sales team members, and the Division Sales Manager to create new and innovative solutions to increase Parker’s sales volume. 

Responsibilities

• Complete product line responsibility (product, promotion, pricing, and channel) for a defined portfolio of products. 
• Monitors and drives spaneting communication needs for product line in support of growth strategies (promotions, catalogs, social media, web presence, etc). 
• Investigates spanet needs for innovative products and works with Engineering to appropriately prioritize product development efforts for the product line. 
• Conducts spanet research through trade associations, internet investigation and Corporate services. 
• Supports field sales and distributors as required to drive sales of the product line and maintain Division’s premier customer service position. 
• Supports Winovation new product development team for products in discovery and at or beyond stage 3. 
• Develops/performs product line training for field sales, channel, and customers. 
• Maintains high level of applications knowledge by continually improving knowledge and know-how related to a defined portfolio of products. 
• Monitors competitors and competitive products. Participates in the development and implementation of appropriate response strategies. 
• Develops and leads IME strategies (existing product innovations/modifications/extensions). 
• Ability to travel frequently to customer/channel locations for technical support and training. 
•   Monitors sales and margin results and tracks and recommends appropriate actions 
• Monitors product and spanet trends and recommends appropriate actions.

Qualifications

• 4 year college degree, preferably in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business or Related Business Management. 
• 5 plus years of experience in field sales of related industry 
• Strong computer skills (Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office Applications) 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong analytical skills. 
• Travel up to 60

Benefits & Pay

• Health insurance 
• Dental insurance 
• Vision insurance 
• Bonus Pay 
• 401(k) matching 
• Life insurance 
• Retirement Plan 
• Weeks of Paid Vacation

Annual Salary

$90,000 - $130,000

Parker Hannifin

With annual sales of $14.3 billion, Parker Hannifin is the worlds leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems. A Parker employee makes a positive impact on the world, and in turn, we strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees. We do this by establishing engaging and supportive work environments; encouraging the continued education and skill development of our employees; and offer advancement opportunities with a global company.

What Is a Quick Coupling? Parker’s Quick Coupling Division is the largest manufacturer of quick couplings in the world. A quick coupling is used to provide a fast, make-or-break connection of fluid or gas transfer lines. Our plants provide critical equipment for many different industries including Agriculture, Construction, and Data Processing. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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Drug Tests

Drug-Free WorkplaceIn accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.