Sales Leader - Robotics & Actuators Solutions

LG Electronics

2d • $175,000 - $225,000

About The Position

LG Electronics is seeking a senior-level Sales Leader to oversee its actuator solutions business in the North American robotics and automation market. The role localizes global strategies from Headquarters (HQ), leads the sales organization, develops talent, and manages overall business operations. This includes building key-account relationships, developing new business pipelines, managing revenue and profitability, reporting to HQ in Korea and regional executives, and aligning on business direction to accelerate growth in the robot components business.

The Sales Leader translates HQ strategy into regional business and go-to-market plans; manages sales-team performance, forecasting, and executive reporting; and oversees customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle. The role also directs revenue and settlement-related sales activity, including order management, supply-chain coordination, and accounts receivable tracking. It identifies new opportunities through market analysis and customer engagement, represents actuator solutions at industry events and customer meetings, and communicates customer requirements and market insights to product and other internal teams.

The position requires frequent travel, estimated at 30% to 50% of working time, and eligibility for international travel. Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available. The recruiting range is $175,000–$225,000 USD.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 10 or more years of experience in components sales.
• At least 5 years of experience in the robotics and automation industry.
• Proven experience leading sales teams and developing talent.
• Highly accountable, results-driven, and performance-oriented approach.
• Strong organizational management, executive reporting, and sales forecasting skills.
• Deep understanding of cultural diversity and regional business practices.
• Native or near-native English proficiency.
• High proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel, for reports and management dashboards.
• Ability to travel frequently, approximately 30% to 50% of working time, and eligibility for international travel.
• Valid U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Korean.
• Ability to commute to the Atlanta office.
• R&D or engineering experience in humanoid robotics or robot actuators.
• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Robotics, actuator engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales team, develop team members’ capabilities, and cultivate a performance-driven, accountable culture.
• Translate global HQ business strategies into actionable regional business and go-to-market strategies for North America.
• Oversee sales forecasting, executive dashboards, sales performance reporting, and strategic reporting for leadership.
• Manage and expand relationships with North American actuator customers, serving as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Direct sales activities related to revenue and settlements, including order management, supply-chain coordination, and accounts receivable tracking.
• Analyze the market and engage proactively with customers to identify opportunities and build a project pipeline.
• Represent actuator solutions at industry events, trade shows, and customer meetings to strengthen market presence.
• Document customer requirements and market insights as Voice of Customer input for product and feature development.
• Collaborate with HQ Product Management, local subsidiaries, and other stakeholders to support project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Report to HQ in Korea and regional executives and align on business direction.

Benefits

• No-cost employee premiums for eligible employees and dependents for medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching contributions that vest immediately.
• Paid time off, including company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance-based short-term incentives, varying by role.
• Confidential mental health resources.
• Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Paid parental leave.
• Family support for raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group-rate life and disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

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