Location: Southeastern Wisconsin

Our client is a well-established, growing division of a privately held firm. This business is noted for the quality of its metal fabricated products, its innovation in metallurgy, and its customer sensitivity. The company is headquartered in Southeastern Wisconsin.

The Sales Manager - Europe will use knowledge of the company and the agricultural equipment industry to influence current and new customers to develop custom designed products and services to their needs. Reporting to the president, the European Sales Manager is responsible for the overall direction, development, and service of the total European sales efforts for the company. Key first year deliverables will include establishment of a European Sales Office and a Euro region distribution capability.

Position Summary Description: Incumbent will work with import brokers on correct procedures, classifications and forwarders and 3 PL’s to keep compliant with regulation and keep shipments of products moving. Must establish efficient procedures for developing and maintaining trade information. Will communicate and coordinate with Purchasing, Marketing, International Customer Service and the various shipping departments on a regular basis. Cross training to learn all areas of the trade data specialist positions is essential. Will work to create value and revenue enhancement for the company by applying for programs such as duty drawback, binding rulings, and free trade agreements. Must be able to demonstrate ability to work in a fast paced environment as well as multi-task several projects at one time.