Manager, Parts Sales Opportunity

A leading manufacturer of freight rail equipment, has an immediate opening for the position of Parts Sales Manager in its sales department located in Chicago, Il. The primary function of this position is to lead, plan, and execute direct marketing and sales activities for the railcar parts business in agreement with the approved business plan.

The Parts Sales Manager will also be responsible for monitoring market activity, maintaining existing and developing new customer relationships, and completing annual sales plans and long-term forecasts accordingly. Effective written and oral communication skills as well as the ability to develop realistic, appropriate solutions to problems are a must. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent of five or more years of sales experience in the rail industry or similar manufacturing industry.  Extensive overnight travel and willingness to work outside of normal business hours as necessary is required.
 
Please submit resume to railgroup@sbpub.com.