DIRECTOR of SALES for SEMICONDUCTOR industry

Due to an aggressive growth plan in the US, GNR has been retained by a top-tier International SEMICONDUCTOR organization in the DETROIT, MI region to identify a strong DIRECTOR of SALES for all the AMERICAS (US & South America)!  Their product portfolio covers every industry including the most trending technologies; MCUs, Computing Security, Battery Mgmt, Imaging/Sensors, Power Electronics and more.

*** This is an ON-SITE / HYBRID position that REQUIRES you be in the office at DETROIT HQ a few days per week to lead the team, so living in the region would be beneficial to commute ***

Reporting directly to the US President, you will be responsible for developing Sales strategies to drive revenue, strengthen customer relationships & lead teams to capture additional market share.

• Manage & mentor a growing team of approx. 10: Account Managers & FAEs throughout the USA.
• Collaborate with Corporate Executives, Regional Directors, and Marketing department to effectively communicate product roadmaps, ensure successful product launches, and align go-to-market strategies.
• Monitor performance of partners, ensure they are educated on the product portfolio and application(s).

REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE needed:

• MUST HAVE 10+ years of SALES LEADERSHIP in the SEMICONDUCTOR sector like Chips, MCUs, Computing Security, Battery Mgmt, Imaging/Sensors, Power Electronics

• Experience partnering with distribution partners, value-added resellers (VARs), and manufacturer's representatives.
• BS/MS/MBA - strong technical background / engineering degree preferred
• Strategic thinker, monitor market trends and adapt sales strategies accordingly.
• 50% travel to Corp office, customers, distributors, & rep locations – initially upward of 75% to get established.
• US Citizenship required

OFFERING: Attractive base salary + great bonus’ + strong benefits + car allowance + Sign-on relocation assistance to the DETROIT, MI region 

LOCATION: This is an ON-SITE / HYBRID position - REQUIRES that you be in office at DETROIT HQ a few days per week to lead the team