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Product Support Sales Manager

Patten CAT

Addison, ILFull-time$90–120K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$90–120K/yr
Location
Addison, IL
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Patten CAT is hiring a Product Support Sales Manager. The Product Support Sales Manager leads aftermarket sales and product support strategy for Power Systems customers. This role involves leading inside and outside sales teams, driving profitable growth, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The manager collaborates with service operations, technical staff, and parts teams to deliver aftermarket solutions and strengthen customer relationships. Strong commercial leadership, strategic thinking, and technical understanding of power systems are essential.

Key focus areas include Lead and execute aftermarket sales strategies to drive revenue growth and customer retention, Develop and communicate territory sales coverage and account management plans, and Identify new business opportunities and expand customer relationships within key markets.

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Sales Experience and 3+ Years Leadership Experience. Important skills include Leadership, Team Development, Communication, Relationship Building, Technical Service Solutions, and Equipment Applications. Preferred (not required): Build Credibility With Technicians, Practical Operational Understanding, Practical Technical Understanding, and Communicate Effectively With Technical Stakeholders.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentCommunicationRelationship BuildingTechnical Service SolutionsEquipment ApplicationsCustomer Support StrategiesStrategic ThinkingBusiness AcumenCustomer-Focused Problem-SolvingEffective Decision-MakingOrganizational SkillsManage Multiple PrioritiesDiesel and Natural Gas EnginesGenerator SetsTransfer SwitchesPower Systems Service OperationsService-Related QuotingTroubleshootingRepair PlanningAftermarket Product Support ActivitiesBuild Credibility With CustomersBuild Credibility With TechniciansPractical Operational UnderstandingPractical Technical UnderstandingCommunicate Effectively With Technical StakeholdersMaintenance AgreementsAftermarket Support OperationsCRM SystemsSales AnalyticsMicrosoft Office Business Applications

Qualifications

5+ Years Sales or Aftermarket Business Development Experience3+ Years Leadership or Supervisory ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or Related FieldExperience in Power SystemsExperience in Heavy EquipmentExperience in Industrial ServiceExperience in Related Equipment Support IndustriesCaterpillar Industry Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Working Hours/Days

M-F, Weekend as Needed to Complete Assigned DutiesProduct Support Sales Manager

Overview

The Product Support Sales Manager is responsible for leading the aftermarket sales and product support strategy for Power Systems customers across the assigned territory. This position provides leadership to inside and outside sales teams while driving profitable growth, customer satisfaction, and long-term service business development.

This leader will collaborate closely with service operations, technical staff, and parts teams to deliver responsive aftermarket solutions and strengthen customer relationships. The role requires strong commercial leadership, strategic thinking, technical and operational understanding of power systems service operations, and the ability to lead teams in a fast-paced environment.

Basic Duties

Key Responsibilities

Sales & Business Development

  • Lead and execute aftermarket sales strategies to drive revenue growth and customer retention

  • Develop and communicate territory sales coverage and account management plans

  • Identify new business opportunities and expand customer relationships within key markets

  • Provide technical sales leadership related to engine, generator, and power systems aftermarket service solutions

  • Support teams and customers in evaluating repair strategies, maintenance programs, and lifecycle equipment support options

  • Promote the value of service agreements, preventative maintenance programs, repairs, upgrades, and related aftermarket solutions

  • Manage strategic customer accounts and support resolution of escalated customer concerns

  • Collaborate with regional leadership to develop pricing strategies, sales initiatives, and market growth plans

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop Product Support Sales Representatives, Inside Sales personnel, Sales Administrators, and related support staff

  • Establish performance expectations and promote accountability throughout the team

  • Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and training

  • Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and talent development activities

  • Foster a culture focused on customer service, teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement

Operational & Financial Management

  • Develop and support annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans

  • Monitor departmental performance against revenue, profitability, and operational goals

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiencies and resource planning

  • Review service proposals, maintenance agreements, repair scopes, and technical estimates for accuracy, competitiveness, and operational feasibility

  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives and aftermarket support planning

Leadership Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

  • Strong leadership and team development capabilities

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

  • Ability to lead discussions involving technical service solutions, equipment applications, and customer support strategies

  • Strategic thinking and business acumen

  • Customer-focused problem-solving abilities

  • Effective decision-making and organizational skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

  • Collaborative leadership across departments and functions

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Experience

  • 5+ years of sales or aftermarket business development experience with demonstrated success growing customer relationships and achieving business objectives

  • 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience managing teams and driving performance

  • Experience in power systems, heavy equipment, industrial service, or related equipment support industries strongly preferred

  • Caterpillar industry experience preferred

Technical & Business Knowledge

  • Strong working knowledge of diesel and natural gas engines, generator sets, transfer switches, and related power systems service operations strongly preferred

  • Experience supporting or leading service-related quoting, troubleshooting, repair planning, or aftermarket product support activities preferred

  • Ability to build credibility with customers, technicians, and service leadership through practical operational and technical understanding

  • Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

  • Familiarity with service quoting, maintenance agreements, and aftermarket support operations

  • Experience with CRM systems, sales analytics, and Microsoft Office business applications preferred

Altorfer Industries offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

  • 401(k)

  • Paid Holidays

  • Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave

  • Paid Time Off: Prorated 80 hours of PTO

  • Education Assistance

  • Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $90,000 - $120,000 annually

Posted Min

USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Posted Max

USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

This position works in an office environment. May on a continuous basis walk, bend and lift up to 25 lbs. May on occasion need to go into the shop or warehouse and will be required to wear appropriate safety equipment (IE- Safety glasses or side shields, hearing protection, etc.) for a given situation. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Must be flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed. Occasional travel may be required. The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Why Work for Altorfer?

At Altorfer, our iron is just the beginning. Our people make our company successful, and we would not be who we are without them. As a third generation, family-owned company created in 1957, we bring our values into how we do business. Everyone from technicians, sales representatives, administrative professionals, or somewhere in between is part of the “A-Team” and is critical to our success. Here at Altorfer, we have over 35 locations and 1300 employees with long tenure for you to learn from. We have a collaborative, family valued culture, with a great reputation in the industry. A company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a remarkable team of people to work with.

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Req No.2026-5661

CategoryManagement

LocationUS-IL-Addison

TypeRegular Full-Time

Union or Non-UnionNon-Union

DivisionPower Systems

CompanyAltorfer Industries Inc.

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