Area Sales Manager - New England

Ametek, Inc.

About The Position

Haydon Kerk Pittman (HKP) is a combination of three world-class AMETEK brands that supply advanced linear and rotary motion solutions to a diverse mix of global customers. HKP is recognized as a leading manufacturer of custom linear and rotary motion solutions for precision automation. Our goal is to empower our customers to realize their vision. We are looking for an Area Sales Manager to cover the New England region of our North America sales organization. The Area Sales Manager owns the full sales lifecycle for assigned accounts, identifies new business opportunities, and works cross‑functionally to deliver technical solutions that meet customer requirements while supporting territory growth objectives. Territory covers Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont.

Requirements

Must reside in the assigned New England territory
Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field from an accredited educational institution
At least 3 years of direct sales experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of the operating principles and application of BLDC, brushed, and stepper motors, motor drives, lead screws, and linear actuators as well general engineering concepts of linear and rotary motion and power transfer
Proficiency with MS Office and Windows-based systems
Must be fluent (spoken & written) in English
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a customer-focused, results-oriented approach
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Solid understanding of engineering-driven sales environments
Willing to work outside and beyond standard office hours (8:00AM – 5:00PM Mon-Fri) when customer needs require
Willing to travel frequently with overnight stays as needed
Strong work ethic, accountability, and drive for results

Responsibilities

Manage the full sales cycle for assigned accounts, from lead qualification through order fulfillment
Identify and develop new business opportunities within the territory
Gather technical and application requirements to support solution identification
Recommend engineered solutions aligned with customer needs and business capabilities
Develop and execute strategies to win identified opportunities
Follow up on quotations and secure purchase orders
Manage customer expectations throughout the sales process
Serve as the primary point of contact between customers and internal teams
Partner with engineering to support technical issue resolution and prototype development
Coordinate with manufacturing to manage delivery changes and minimize customer impact
Work with quality teams to resolve customer issues professionally and efficiently
Communicate customer requirements and feedback to inside sales and company leadership
Support marketing and market development initiatives, including lead generation and follow‑up
Participate in trade shows and industry events as needed
Provide written reports on customer contacts and significant developments
Deliver quarterly business reviews in the format specified by sales leadership
Participate in annual sales forecasting activities