Are you a self-driven professional who works well independently and as a team player?

Deciding on a new career within Valmet can be an exciting prospect.  Every day there are teams of Valmet employees around the world who share the feeling of achieving something great – that feeling when everything works together.  Apply your expertise in new ways to continue on the path of growth as an EPC Manager on our North American Market Area Team.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven EPC Sales Manager to manage, lead, and expand our presence with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) & consulting Engineers across North America.  Reporting to the Director of North America Project Sales, this role will focus on developing and nurturing relationships with EPC contractors, consulting engineering firms, and other project stakeholders, driving the sales of Valmet Flow Control products and related systems for large-scale projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in generating new business opportunities, managing complex project sales, and enhancing Valmet’s visibility and specification in key Downstream Oil & Gas markets.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Identify, target, and develop new business opportunities within EPC accounts and project-based markets in North America.
• Build and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to capture EPC and project sales in growth markets such as mining, oil & gas, and heavy industry.
• Manage the entire sales process for large-scale projects, from initial inquiry through to contract closure and project delivery.
• Provide technical consultation and product expertise to EPC contractors, consultants and End-Users.
• Develop a robust sales pipeline, and provide regular reports, project opportunities, and forecasting to senior management.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies relevant to OEM markets.
• Lead negotiation efforts with clients and EPC contractors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.

The ideal candidate will be responsible to lead large / complex projects in all aspects during the EPC Project Sales phase with the ultimate goal to grow the project business.

To excel in the role:

• Identify the customer and key players and make sure that the contacts and communication lines are established
• Cooperate and interact closely with the local sales offices that are involved in the project, discuss and communicate with the local offices and associated channel partners to agree the project strategy and approach for the applicable local EPC / customer
• Work with the global project team to establish an overall strategy for the selected projects and implement accordingly
• Establish personal contacts with the EPC and end customer project decisions makers
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key decision-makers, engineers, and procurement teams.

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred
• 5+ years of work experience in a business-to-business (B2B) environment and sales process.
• Strong understanding of the Downstream Oil & Gas and EPC business.
• Technical understanding of valve and automation products.
• Presentation and communication skills and strong understanding of MS office and CRM.
• Strong in networking and strategic skills
• Willingness to travel regularly to meet with key clients and colleagues and attend conferences. Overall travel expectation is at least 50%
• Locations: Remote – Houston TX, Kansas City MO or other EPC focused location.

We offer

We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. Includes a generous wage and benefits package that includes a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.