Now Hiring - Giebel FilTec GmbH - General Manager – Sales & Business Development (Hydraulic Components) in Atlanta, GA

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About Us

We are an internationally active company specializing in industrial filtration and hydraulic solutions. With innovative products and a strong commitment to quality, we support customers in the machinery, automation, and fluid technology sectors. To build and establish our U.S. organization from the ground up, we are seeking a highly driven sales leader with a strong hands-on mentality, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial mindset. Your

Responsibilities

Phase 1 - Market Entry & Sales Execution

• Actively develop the U.S. market with a strong focus on hands-on sales, including cold calling, customer visits, and extensive travel
• Build and maintain B2B relationships with OEMs, distributors, and end-users
• Identify new business opportunities, applications, and market segments
• Represent the company at customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events
• Provide technical consulting and support customers in selecting and integrating our hydraulic components Phase 2 - Growth & Leadership
• Gradually build, structure, and lead a U.S. sales team
• Develop and execute sustainable sales strategies and processes
• Take full budget, revenue, and P&L responsibility for the U.S. market
• Report directly to senior management and work closely with headquarters
• Actively shape the long-term market and organizational strategy in the U.S. Your Profile
• Proven sales experience in hydraulic components, fluid power, or comparable technical products
• Strong technical understanding of hydraulic systems and industrial applications
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on mindset with the ability to build structures from scratch
• Leadership skills with the ambition to grow into a senior management role
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Based in the U.S. or willing to relocate
• High willingness to travel, especially during the market-entry phase We Offer
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
• Company car and modern work tools
• Key role in building and leading our U.S. organization
• High degree of autonomy and decision-making authority
• Collaboration with an innovative and international management team
• U.S.-standard benefits (Health Insurance, 401(k), Paid Time Off) Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application with a short CV. Contact person: Martina Muller Mail: [please apply online] Job Type: Full-time Pay: $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Experience:
• B2B sales: 5 years (Required)
• Industrial equipment: 2 years (Required)
• Filtration Products: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person