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Voith US Inc. Project Development Manager US- Elin Motors in York, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 1229857400 About the Voith Group The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of 5.5 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.
Voith Turbo is hiring for:
Project Development Manager US- Elin Motors Remote Interestedto learn more about Voith? Check out our video:Voith #careers in North America: Join our team (EN) (youtube.com)
Reasons you'll love working here:
Flexibility with work/life balance
Competitive compensation and benefits package
401K with generous company match
Climate-neutral footprint worldwide
Tuition reimbursement
Summary The incumbent is directly responsible for identifying market, product portfolio and individual customer strategies and opportunities. The position requires a strategic thinking, self-starting individual who is able to interact with varying personal backgrounds, abilities and educational levels in both a business and social environment. The person must be willing to travel and develop new business relationships in the United States for low and medium voltage electric motor and generator applications for ELIN Motors(division of Voith Turbo).
Key Responsibilities
Market Development: Identify and develop new business opportunities, markets, and customer segments for ELIN Motors products and services. Analyze market trends and competitor strategies to position our products effectively. Develop and implement strategic plans to penetrate the market and achieve sales targets. Customer-Relationship-Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders. Lead technical discussions, negotiations, and contract discussions, ensuring favorable terms and long-term partnerships. Sales Strategy and Execution: Drive sales activities, from lead generation to closing deals, with a focus on high-margin products. Collaborate with marketing to create targeted campaigns and sales materials. Manage the sales pipeline, forecast sales, and report progress regularly to North American HQ Provide technical and sales training to existing Voith Turbo Industry sales team as needed. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product management, R&D, and operations with ELIN Motors - Weiz, Austria to align product offerings with market needs. Support the development and launch of new products, ensuring they meet customer demands and market trends.
Leadership and Team Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to the local Voith Turbo Industry sales team, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
Required Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field. An MBA is a plus. Experience: Proven track record in electric motor sales and/or business development Experience with international customers and managing complex sales processes. Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify market opportunities and craft strategic plans. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers. Proficiency in MS Office; SAP knowledge is an advantage. Fluent in English, both written and spoken; German languages are a plus. Personal Attributes: Results-driven with a high level of initiative and the ability to work independently. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Willingness to travel (approximately 70% travel, 30% office-based).
Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.
