Head of Sales

Confidential

San Jose, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation, Capital Equipment, Channel Sales, Communication Skills, Enterprise Sales, Extrusion, Industry/Trade Analysis, Leadership, Manufacturing, Market Analysis, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Plastic Injection Molding, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Revenue Growth, Risk, Sales, Sales Strategy, Target Marketing, Team Building, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
San Jose, CA
POSTED
3 days ago

Head of Sales

About the Company

Respected provider of industrial automation solutions

Industry
Industrial Automation

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of Sales for the Americas with a strong background in senior sales leadership within the industrial manufacturing sectors, particularly in plastics, injection molding, extrusion, and industrial automation. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to meet annual targets, expanding the customer base, and driving growth in both recurring revenue streams and large, complex capital equipment solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of commercial and contractual risk profiles to negotiate and close high-value deals, as well as the ability to lead and mentor a multi-channel sales organization. The Head of Sales will also be expected to stay abreast of industry trends, network with key stakeholders, and recommend target markets based on market evaluation.Applicants for the Head of Sales position at the company should have a proven track record in a senior commercial leadership role, with a focus on the Americas region. The ideal candidate will have a background in the specified industrial manufacturing sectors and a history of commercial success in similar markets. Strong leadership, team development, and strategic thinking skills are essential, as is the ability to align sales execution with enterprise-level objectives. The role demands excellent communication, negotiation, and executive-level presentation skills, as well as a willingness to travel extensively across North America and Latin America. The Head of Sales will be expected to have a deep understanding of the industry and to be able to provide insights that shape the sales strategy.

Hiring Manager Title
CEO

Functions

  • Sales/Revenue

About the Company

C

Confidential

American Equity Mortgage, Inc., is one of the nation’s leading mortgage lenders with a proven history of success. For 20 years we have held integrity, leadership, strength and stability making us highly respected in the industry, as well as throughout the communities we serve. We are committed to our customers by specializing in helping people save money through mortgage refinancing, debt consolidation, and home purchase loans. Our employees are continually growing with our ongoing, coaching culture, training and support along with upward mobility promoting from within our organization. Our commitment to helping others carries into social responsibility to support, assist and empower communities with our private foundation known as AEM Cares, along with our corporate giving program to help and enable charitable causes nationwide reach their goals.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
WEBSITE
https://www.americanequity.com