Sales Manager

Job Title: Technical Sales Leader-Magnetics Division

Location: Detroit MI Area

Type: Full Time Direct Hire

Salary: $90-120K DOE plus 40% Bonus Plus Excellent Benefits

Job Summary

The Technical Sales Leader will support and grow the Magnetics Division in the Detroit, MI region. This role is designed for a technical sales professional with knowledge of electric motors, their applications, and magnetic materials. The position will have a strong presence within the automotive, electrification, and industrial manufacturing sectors, with a focus on business development, customer relationships, and account growth.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Own and grow customer accounts within the automotive, EV, and industrial sectors, with a focus on revenue expansion and market penetration.
• Support account planning, forecasting, and portfolio growth.
• Serve as a technical resource to customers by translating complex magnetic material capabilities into practical application solutions.
• Support customer engagements, including executive meetings, contract negotiations, and technical discussions.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities involving permanent magnet electric motors and their applications.
• Partner with engineering and R&D teams to align product development with customer needs and emerging market trends.
• Coordinate closely with global teams and international subsidiaries to ensure alignment on product strategy, pricing, and delivery.
• Monitor market dynamics, competitors, technology shifts, and customer roadmaps to inform business decisions.
• Support forecasting accuracy, pipeline development, and CRM management.
• Support resolution of complex customer issues related to quality, performance, and delivery, serving as an escalation point when needed.
• Represent the organization at industry events, trade shows, and customer sites.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical understanding of magnetic materials, including neodymium and ferrite, and their applications.
• Knowledge of automotive electrification, EV systems, robotics, and motor design principles.
• Ability to engage in technical discussions with engineers and procurement teams.
• Experience managing customer accounts and developing new business opportunities.
• Understanding of business fundamentals, including forecasting and account development.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Business, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in technical sales, account management, or business development.
• Experience with magnetic materials, advanced materials, or related industrial sectors preferred.
• Strong background supporting automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, or industrial manufacturing customers preferred.
• Demonstrated experience developing customer relationships and new business opportunities.
• Experience working in a cross-cultural or global environment preferred.

About Us

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.

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