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Outside Sales Associate
Company Profile
Comi Polaris is a global leader in customized separation technologies, specializing in advanced cryogenic solutions, high-performance filter and vacuum dryers, and precision-engineered filtering centrifuges. As an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) with in-house fabrication, production, and assembly, we maintain stringent quality control and ensure efficient delivery times. Our U.S. operations are part of the Polaris Group, which includes Delta Costruzioni Meccaniche, industry leaders based in Italy, renowned for their innovation and excellence in separation technology. Since October 2024, the Polaris Group is a subsidiary of Nippon Sanso Holdings Group (NSHD).
Our U.S. office, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is home to engineering, project support, after-market service, administration, marketing, and equipment/parts sales.
Job Type
Full-time, exempt
Location
Charlotte, NC (Preferred) or Remote (Must have close access to an international airport)
The Role
We are seeking a proactive and driven Sales Manager to take ownership of daily communications with potential customers. In this role, you will build robust project pipelines, finalize outgoing quotes, and help drive our content strategy on LinkedIn. You will also play a crucial role in formulating our yearly sales and marketing plans, working closely with management to ensure our ambitious sales goals are achieved.
Reports To:
CEO
Responsibilities
Sales & Lead Generation
- Develop thorough prospect knowledge and secure appointments via cold calls, networking, and our existing pipeline.
- Attend trade shows and conventions to promote our technology and increase market awareness.
- Collaborate closely with technical partners and the engineering team to qualify potential leads.
- Actively nurture the sales pipeline and prepare compelling sales presentations for engineering groups and potential clients.
- Maintain accurate prospect records using our customer relationship database (Copper) or other internal documentation.
- Submit weekly status reports detailing your sales activities.
Closing & Negotiation
- Prepare detailed quotes and proposals, coordinate and maintain accurate cost sheets, and manage customer negotiations through sales closure.
- Verify and approve new orders for accuracy and compliance with pricing and contractual terms.
- Monitor competitive conditions, maintaining current knowledge of competitor pricing, services, and sales methods.
- Foster strong relationships with current and past customers by providing prompt responses and strategic recommendations.
Marketing Strategy:
- Advise management on actionable marketing strategies based on analyzed marketplace data.
- Prepare annual marketing plans and comprehensive sales forecasts.
- Develop monthly action plans and report regularly on sales progress.
- Actively participate in website improvements, literature updates, and LinkedIn social media post creation.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in the Fine Chemical or Pharmaceutical industry, specifically in Capital Equipment Purchasing and/or Marketing/Sales.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
- An MBA is considered a strong plus.
- Ability to travel 60%–70%, both domestically and internationally.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, alongside proficiency in MS Office products.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.
To Apply:
- Send resume to careers@comipolaris.com
- Be sure to put your name and “Resume for Outside Sales Associate” in the subject line of your email
Sales Manager
Company Profile
Comi Polaris is a global leader in customized separation technologies, offering a complete line of filtering centrifuges; filter and vacuum dryers; and cryogenic technologies. We are proud to be an OEM with in-house fabrication, production, and assembly, which allows tight control over quality and delivery times. The U.S. company is a joint venture between renowned leaders in the industry – Comi Condor, Delta Costruzioni Meccaniche, and Polaris Group – all based in Italy.
Our U.S. office, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is home to engineering, project support, after-market service, administration, marketing, and equipment/parts sales. We have a small testing facility and factory-trained technicians to support U.S.-based customers.
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of the Sales Manager is to communicate with potential customers daily. This includes networking virtually and in person, building a pipeline of projects, finalizing outgoing quotes, and assisting in the content strategy on LinkedIn. In addition, s/he is responsible for assisting in formulating the yearly sales & marketing plan and communicating with management to ensure that sales goals are achieved.
Reports To:
Director of Engineering
Responsibilities
Sales
- Lead Generation: Devise all necessary plans to accomplish sales objectives established for each customer group. This will include conducting activities such as:
- Developing thorough knowledge of the customers and prospects
- Securing appointments with prospective clients via the existing pipeline and/or any other appropriate means such as cold calls
- Networking to promote the technology and equipment in relevant market circles
- Attending trade shows and conventions, as directed by management
- Promoting market awareness
- Lead and Sales Development:
- Working closely with engineering and technical partners to qualify (vet) potential leads
- Following up and actively nurturing sales pipeline
- Preparing sales presentations for potential clients and engineering groups
- Maintaining accurate records through the customer relationship database (Copper) or other internal documentation, including complete customer and prospect records
- Submit weekly status reports on sales activities
- Closing Sales:
- Preparing quotes and cost sheets
- Negotiation
- Verifying and approving new orders, pricing, and terms
- Maintaining thorough and current knowledge of competitors’ services, pricing, and sales methods
- Maintain current and past customer relationships through prompt responses and recommendations for all customer communications.
Marketing
- Advise management on the marketing strategy to be implemented, based on collected and analyzed information
- Prepare annual marketing plans and sales forecast
- Develop a monthly action plan and report on sales progress monthly
- Active participation in website and literature improvements, and social media (LinkedIn) post creations
- Advise management concerning requirements and competitive conditions in the marketplace
Relationships:
- Customers, Management, Engineering, Marketing, Production, and Technical Services
Job Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the Fine Chemical or Pharmaceutical industry, in Capital Equipment Purchasing and/or Marketing/Sales
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields; MBA, a plus
- 60%-70% travel, both domestic and international
- Excellent knowledge of MS office products
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Additional Information:
- This is a salaried, full-time position with bonus based on performance.
- Proximity to Charlotte is preferred. Remote work is OK, but must have close access to an international airport.
- Benefits include: 401(k) and 401(k) matching; health insurance; dental and vision plans are also available; generous PTO
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States will be required
To Apply:
- Send resume to info@comipolaris.com
- Be sure to put your name and “Resume for Sales Manager” in the subject line of your email