Aftermarket Sales & Service Manager

Cougar International Ltd • Houston, TX

62d

About The Position

Cougar USA provides innovative water control solutions for commercial buildings, specializing in pressure control, water quality, and water monitoring systems. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, we help engineers, contractors, and building owners optimize water system performance. Our expertise in smart water management ensures safe, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions tailored to the unique needs of each facility. Cougar USA is a leading supplier of water control systems for commercial building applications, specializing in Pre-Engineered and Custom-Designed solutions for water pressure, level, temperature, flow, and quality. The Aftermarket Sales & Service Manager leads a team of sales and service professionals focused on growing aftermarket revenue and delivering exceptional customer service across all product lines. This role ensures that Cougar USA customers receive reliable support, optimized system performance, and access to upgrades and service agreements that enhance their total ownership experience. The position requires strong leadership, technical knowledge, and a customer-focused mindset to balance sales growth with operational excellence.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience managing service or aftermarket sales operations in the mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC industry. 8850 Fallbrook Drive Houston, TX 77064 | Office: [phone] | Fax: [phone] www.cougarusa.com
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of water control systems, service agreements, and retrofit.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with CRM systems, service management tools, and data dashboards.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build trust and credibility with customers and team members.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial building water systems, pump controls, or automation systems.
• Working knowledge of Cougar USA's solutions, customers, and sales processes.
• Demonstrated ability to build, train, and retain high-performing service and sales teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and hold the Aftermarket sales and service teams accountable for achieving sales and service targets.
• Establish a consistent rhythm of daily, weekly, and monthly huddles, 1:1s, and team meetings to drive accountability and communication.
• Recruit, train, and develop high-performing team members aligned with Cougar's core values.
• Build and manage a technical outside sales team responsible for selling service contracts, retrofit solutions, and system upgrades. 8850 Fallbrook Drive Houston, TX 77064 | Office: [phone] | Fax: [phone] www.cougarusa.com
• Assign and oversee account territories to ensure market coverage, revenue growth, and client retention.
• Identify new business opportunities within the existing customer base and service footprint.
• Build and manage a service team equipped to perform maintenance, warranty, and startup work efficiently and profitably.
• Ensure technicians receive the training, tools, and resources needed to execute projects to Cougar standards.
• Develop and track KPIs for service profitability, response time, and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with Sales, Projects, and Plan & Spec Teams to ensure seamless transitions between installation, startup, owner training, and ongoing service.
• Work closely with other leadership team members to align aftermarket goals with company objectives.
• Aftermarket Sales Growth: Achieve targeted year-over-year increase in service contract and retrofit revenue.
• Service Profitability: Maintain or exceed gross profit goals for service operations.
• Response Time & Completion Rates: Meet established turnaround standards for customer requests and service work.
• Team Performance Cadence: Maintain consistent team meetings, KPI reviews, and accountability metrics.
• Customer Satisfaction & Retention: Monitor and improve customer feedback, repeat business, and contract renewals.

Benefits

• Everyone's an Owner of the Company: Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group's success, everyone has the benefits of ownership! Flow Control Group has a broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans), competitive 401(k) matching program, career growth opportunities, employee referral program, paid time off and holidays, as well as parental leave.
• Training: FCG University learning and training platform available to all employees offering over 80k courses.
• Career Growth Opportunities: At Flow Control Group, we are committed to your professional development. With a vast network of over 100 brands across North America, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer custom training programs, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions make a real impact.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager