Regional Sales Manager
Nilfisk· Machinery· May 14, 2026 · 6mo agoPosted 166 days ago
Salt Lake City, UT
In office
Full-time
Manager
$110K–$150K est.
3+ years exp
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Ghost Signal:
Open since May 14, 2026 — 166 days, and still accepting applications.
Job description
Major Function
The person selected for this region management position will be expected to drive sales for the industrial vacuum portfolio within the assigned territory by building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts, end users, and distribution partners. In doing so, this individual will be expected to achieve all annual sales and performance goals. Lastly, the selected individual will report to and work with sales management to accomplish the goals outlined in the region’s annual business plan.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
General Responsibilities:
Report all significant activity in the region to sales management in a timely and accurate manner as it relates to:
Ongoing product performance
Competitive intelligence
Distribution activity
Sales strategy development
New product development
Customer Service, Technical Service, etc.
Top buying account profile updates
Monthly Sales Forecasts
Resolves sales issues, product service issues, equipment-related issues in a timely and effective manner.
Travel within the sales region in accordance with an already established zone travel schedule to maintain, develop, and grow all facets of the company’s business with its customers, national accounts, and end-users.
Field Sales Management & End-User Account Development:
Maintains a list of the largest end-users in the region.
Integrates daily sales call activities into SFDC calendar.
Makes daily sales call on key end-users to drive new project starts and to increase company market share at the end-user level.
Tracks and manages all new project starts via the Sales Pipeline in SFDC
Performs building surveys and product demonstrations.
Effectively utilizes all sales tools and sales resources to ensure successful project completion.
Concentrates on displacing competitive machine lines within the Nilfisk distributor to improve the company’s market penetration and sales.
Effective Communication
Communicates product information to all distributors and end user accounts in a timely and accurate manner.
Coordinates sales efforts with Strategic Account Managers.
Performs field tests in support of product management teams.
Relationship with all Market Segments
Forges long-lasting, profitable relationships with distribution partners, strategic accounts, and large end-user buying accounts.
Why join us?
At Nilfisk, we know that amazing people make amazing companies. You will join a company culture with a lot of freedom and trust, and where we have a growth mindset. At Nilfisk, it’s OK to make mistakes, as long as you learn from them. Further, we want you to question ideas and speak your mind, so we can, together, find the best solutions. You will be in control of achieving your goal. If you are ready for this, we would be keen to hear from you .
Qualifications to Succeed in the Position:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent education
A Minimum of 3 years experience in industrial sales or in a related industry is required for this position. Emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s ability to show experience and accomplishments in the areas of distribution management and end-user sales/account management.
Must possess a strong work ethic and be able to demonstrate initiative as it relates to problem solving and implementing corrective action plans on a timely basis.
Must demonstrate maturity as a business professional and the business acumen necessary to be successful in this position.
Must be able to demonstrate strong selling skills and end-user account management skills.
Must possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of MC Office Suite applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook and SalesForce
Must be able to demonstrate effective time and territory management skills.
Must possess solid problem-solving skills and the ability to perform gap analyses, action plan development, and effective action plan implementation.
Willingness to travel overnight as required by this position.
Must be willing and able to transport all company products for demonstrations.
Must be capable of conducting product seminars and product presentations in front of an audience.
Must be able to successfully pass a physical including lifting, standing for prolonged periods, driving for safe periods of time, etc.
Interested?
If this could be your next career step, please apply on our Career site.
About Nilfisk
Nilfisk was founded in 1906 by the Danish engineer P.A. Fisker. Today the company is a world-leading provider of professional and consumer floorcare equipment, vacuum cleaners, and high-pressure washers. Around 90 per cent of sales target professionals, while the remaining 10 per cent of the business is focused on consumers.
Nilfisk products and services are sold in more than 100 countries and produced at 9 manufacturing sites across the globe. The main facilities are based in the U.S., Mexico, Hungary, Italy, and China. A total of 4,700 employees secured revenue of 1069.5 mEUR in 2022. The largest single market is the U.S., covering 30% of revenue in 2022, followed by France (11%), Germany (10%), the U.K. (5%), and Denmark (4%).
Let’s create a cleaner future together
Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength – as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.
Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future ?
About Nilfisk
Nilfisk is a world-leading provider of professional cleaning equipment and services, founded in Denmark in 1906. With approximately 4,500 employees across 45 countries and products sold in over 100 markets, we are committed to developing sustainable cleaning solutions that improve quality of life. We are listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and a proud member of the United Nations Global Compact.
We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age.
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