Sales Manager - Scientific Equipment

Metrohm USA•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Metrohm USA is hiring a Sales Manager responsible for expanding and overseeing sales of our Titration and Ion Chromatography product lines throughout the Midwest. The Midwest region encompasses Illinois to Kansas and then north to North Dakota and Wisconsin. This role is ideal for experienced sales professionals looking to take the next step into management, as well as current managers seeking a new leadership opportunity. Candidates must reside within the region, with a strong preference for those based in the Chicago area. The Sales Manager will play a key role in driving profitable growth, developing sales talent, and collaborating across teams to strengthen customer relationships and regional performance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
5–7 years of industry‑related sales experience
Demonstrated ability to motivate teams, set goals, resolve conflict, and achieve financial and operational results
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build constructive, effective working relationships
Strategic mindset with a hands‑on leadership approach
Must pass pre-employment background check, education and employment verification, motor vehicle report, and a 10-panel drug screening (including marijuana).

Nice To Haves

3+ years of sales team leadership experience preferred, including hiring, coaching, training, and performance management

Responsibilities

Own the profitable achievement of sales objectives within your assigned territory.
Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing sales team through performance management, field coaching, and engagement!
Proactively inspect sales activity, including strategic accounts and special market projects
Coach sales representatives using SPIN selling concepts and opportunity management best practices
Recruit, hire, and develop sales talent in partnership with the Sales Director
Lead forecasting and pipeline management efforts for the sales team
Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product Management, Business Development, and Strategic Accounts to drive results
Build strong internal relationships and function as a connector across departments
Provide regular market, competitive, and customer feedback to Product Management
Ensure consistent and effective use of CRM tools and sales processes
Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Apply advanced problem‑solving skills to support business growth and customer success