Data Center Sales Development Manager

Danfoss • Rockford Township, IL

69d

About The Position

At Danfoss, we're helping shape the digital future efficiently and sustainably. As a Data Center Sales Development Manager, you'll lead the charge in expanding our presence in one of the world’s fastest growing and most energy demanding sectors. You’ll work across teams and technologies to deliver smarter solutions that help power the internet, cloud services, and AI innovation. This role is a unique opportunity to build Danfoss’ long term strategy in the US data center market, working directly with customers, global teams, and our internal business segments. You’ll drive growth by understanding complex customer challenges and turning them into valuable, energy efficient outcomes. If you're energized by the idea of making data centers greener while growing your impact in a high priority market, you’ll find purpose, freedom, and support at Danfoss.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or relevant equivalent experience
• Experience in the US data center market with a strong understanding of HVAC/R systems and sales, existing industry network in the data center space is a strong advantage
• Proven ability to build relationships across all levels of customer organizations from technical stakeholders to senior decision makers
• Hands on experience with CRM and sales management tools plus strong business planning and forecasting skills
• Self motivated and goal driven with the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
• Comfortable in a matrixed cross cultural team environment with both domestic and international collaboration
• Willing and able to travel up to 70% primarily within the US with some international travel as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead sales development efforts for the data center segment in North America, building a strong pipeline of sales opportunities
• Act as the go to expert and main point of contact for data center customers guiding them from first engagement through to implementation
• Collaborate across Danfoss segments to deliver integrated solutions that solve customer needs and support long term relationships
• Use your technical and commercial expertise to clearly communicate the value of Danfoss HVAC/R solutions in data center applications
• Champion an exceptional customer experience by orchestrating touchpoints across the organization and ensuring consistency at every step

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Paid vacation
• Insurance
• Flexibility and autonomy in work
• Support for learning with mentoring and training
• Access to global opportunities
• Healthy work-life balance
• Inclusive work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees