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Regional Sales Manager - NSK Corporation

The Company

NSK is a global manufacturer of ball and roller bearings, linear motion technology, automotive components and steering systems with both domestic and overseas manufacturing. NSK also offers a full range of services including reconditioning, ball screw repair, product integration, application engineering and predictive & preventative maintenance and reliability services. NSK's products and solutions are everywhere where things are in motion - even under the toughest conditions. NSK's high-precision rolling bearings are used in wind turbines and machine tools, linear components are found in production lines, while our automotive components are installed in the vehicles of almost every well-known automaker.

The Regional Sales Manager Role

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for driving profitable revenue growth, expanding market share, and executing NSK corporate sales strategy across the assigned region. This role leads and develops a team of Territory Managers and while working closely with the National Sales Manager to ensure alignment with corporate objectives, pricing strategies, and distributor management.

The Regional Sales Manager serves as the primary commercial leader for the region, balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution in key customer and distributor partners.

Responsibilities

Sales Strategy & Revenue Growth

• Execute the national sales strategy within the region to achieve or exceed business plan.
• Develop and implement regional sales plans, forecasts, and budgets aligned with meeting or exceeding business plan.
• Identify growth opportunities by market segment, product line, and key customer accounts.
• Drive disciplined pipeline management and accurate sales forecasting.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop Territory Managers to maximize performance.
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular performance reviews, and implement developmental plans.
• Ensure consistent application of sales processes, CRM usage, and value-based selling methodologies.
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and customer-focused sales culture.

Key Account & Customer Engagement

• Personally manage strategic and high-impact regional accounts as required.
• Support sales team efforts in complex negotiations, major bids, and long-term supply agreements.
• Build strong relationships with key OEMs, end users, and channel partners at multiple organizational levels.
• Act as the escalation point for customer issues and ensure timely resolution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Marketing, Product Management, Operations, and Customer Service to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Provide market intelligence on competitive activity, pricing trends, and customer needs.
• Support new product launches, pricing initiatives, and promotional programs within the region.

Reporting & Compliance

• Provide regular sales performance reports, forecasts, and market insights to the National Sales Manager.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, ethical standards, and contractual obligations.
• Manage regional travel and expense budgets responsibly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7-10+ years of progressive sales experience, preferably in bearings, power transmission, manufacturing, or technical products.
• Prior experience managing a multi-state sales region and leading a sales team.
• Demonstrated success in achieving revenue growth and margin objectives.
• Experience working with CRM systems and data-driven sales management.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic and analytic sales leadership
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Ability to coach and develop high-performing sales teams
• Financial acumen, including pricing and margin management
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High level of organization, accountability, and follow-through
• Willingness to travel extensively within the region (40-60%)

Featured Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance offered
• Matching 401(k)
• Generous vacation and holidays
• Life insurance
• Growth opportunities

NSK is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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