We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Global Projects and Strategic Accounts Sales Director to join our dynamic team. This role will lead the pursuit of Emerson Actuation Technologies’ most strategic global projects across traditional sectors such as Oil & Gas, Power, Water, Chemical, Metals & Mining, as well as emerging markets like Sustainability and Decarbonization.
You will also focus on supporting key end-user strategic accounts to drive specifications and differentiation. Representing the full Emerson Actuation Technologies portfolio, you will cultivate international collaboration supported by a multidisciplinary pursuit team.
Balancing an external customer focus with internal leadership responsibilities, you will set the vision, drive sales efforts, and coordinate with key partners. Reporting to the VP of Global Sales and World Areas, you’ll excel in a matrixed environment by implementing clear strategies and maintaining strong communication. If you’re passionate about driving global business growth, we want to hear from you!
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:- Identify and qualify projects using organizational criteria and tools.
- Early engagement (Pre-FEED / FEED stages) at EPCs and Strategic names accounts. Work with customers early in the project cycle to assist in optimizing product selection, value differentiation at an optimized cost.
- Develop and communicate tailored value propositions for assigned accounts.
- Analyze project profiles to understand business drivers and customer requirements.
- Influence project specifications through technical meetings, expert consultations, and value-based selling.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams to drive order conversion and improve solution potential.
- Define project pursuit strategies and coordinate team roles and responsibilities.
- Maintain accurate CRM data, monitor bids for compliance, and handle strategic accounts to ensure client satisfaction and feedback integration
- You serve as a strategic partner to build, grow, and maintain profitable and long-lasting relationships with key accounts.
- You are decisive and make high-quality decisions, even when based on incomplete information or in the face of uncertainty.
- You show a tremendous amount of initiative in tough situations and are exceptional at spotting and seizing opportunities.
- You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.
- You model high standards of honesty and integrity.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in global sales management with a proven record of achieving revenue targets and leading high-performing sales teams
- Validated experience leading global and remote sales teams, with a focus on developing tailored strategies across diverse regions and markets
- Expertise in sales methodologies, forecasting, pipeline management, and data-driven decision-making to optimize performance and drive growth
- Ability to travel up to 60% to support global sales efforts
- Proven record in building and leading strategic partnerships with key customers, collaborating optimally across cross-functional teams including marketing, product management, and customer care
- Skilled at communicating sophisticated technical concepts to diverse audiences and navigating international business practices and regulations
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
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We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
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