Regional Sales Manager

Summary: The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for driving profitable growth and expanding market share across the region by developing strong direct relationships with industrial customers. This role serves as the primary commercial leader for the territory, promoting Oilgear’s hydraulic pumps, systems, service solutions, and lifecycle support offerings. The Regional Sales Manager builds long-term partnerships with plant managers, maintenance leaders, engineers, and operations teams, positioning Oilgear as a trusted solutions partner in mission-critical hydraulic applications. The role is accountable for revenue growth, service expansion, and disciplined pipeline management.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Revenue Growth & Market Penetration Achieve and exceed territory revenue and margin targets Expand share within existing industrial accounts Develop new direct customer relationships in key industrial verticals (forging, extrusion, forming, energy, heavy industrial) Drive growth in both new equipment sales and aftermarket/service solutions Industrial Account Development Build strong technical and commercial relationships with plant managers, engineers, maintenance leaders, and procurement teams Position Oilgear as a lifecycle partner, not just a component supplier Identify opportunities for upgrades, retrofits, modernization, and service agreements Conduct plant visits, system reviews, and hydraulic assessments Service & Aftermarket Expansion Identify service, repair, and field support opportunities Collaborate with Field Service and Inside Sales / Project Management for seamless execution Promote preventive maintenance programs and performance upgrades Territory Strategy & Execution Discipline Develop and execute a structured territory growth plan Maintain disciplined CRM pipeline management and forecasting Monitor competitive activity and installed base dynamics Deliver consistent customer coverage cadence Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Engineering, Inside Sales / Project Management, and Operations Ensure accurate quoting, scope alignment, and smooth project handoffs Act as the voice of the customer internallyMinimum Qualifications: 5+ years of industrial sales experience calling directly on industrial customers Background in hydraulics, fluid power systems, or industrial capital equipment Experience selling both equipment and service solutions Proven success growing direct industrial accounts Willingness to travel approximately 50%

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field Experience in heavy industrial environments Established industrial relationships in region Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and lifecycle service models

What We Offer: Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with company match Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options Employer-paid life and disability insurance Optional hospital, critical illness, and accident insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Safety shoe reimbursement program Safety glasses reimbursement program Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Statement The Oilgear Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Oilgear Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. Applicants or employees requiring accommodation may contact Human Resources. Employment Status Statement Employment with The Oilgear Company isat-will. This means that either the employee or The Oilgear Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. Nothing in this job description or any other Company document should be interpreted as a contract of employment, an offer of continued employment, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration.