Director of Business Development, SAA

Sandvik Coromant

. Manage cross-border activities and relationships with selected customers and business partners.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage cross-border activities and relationships with selected customers and business partners.
Generate profitable long-term sales growth, support strategic initiatives, and deliver exceptional customer value.
Execute the Global Sales Development strategy across Sales Area Americas and selected accounts.
Develop and implement targeted sales plans, primarily within Aerospace and Defense.
Collaborate with Key Account Managers and industry segment leaders and Cluster Managers to drive business development.
Identify and gain entry to new accounts, connecting with C-suite executives and nurturing relationships.
Monitor industry trends, engage with external networks, and arrange top management visits and customer events.
Ensure high-quality data management in CRM systems and compliance with company policies.
Constantly improve knowledge of Sandvik Coromant’s offerings and pursue professional development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record in global sales and delivering business results.
Experience negotiating commercial terms and building rapport with industrial customers.
Background in Aerospace, Energy, Defense, or Automotive is highly desirable.
Ability to manage business issues within a complex, global matrix organization.
Minimum B.Sc. degree in Engineering or Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
Relevant business or leadership training (SGL, TBA, IMP, etc.).
Valid driver’s license for primary state of residence.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Join a global leader committed to innovation, excellence, and professional growth.
You'll work with industry experts, drive impactful projects, and help shape the future of manufacturing.

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Hard Skills & Tools

global salesbusiness developmentsales planningdata managementnegotiationcustomer relationship management (CRM)strategic initiativescommercial termsprofessional developmentengineering or business administration

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcollaborationcommunicationcustomer value deliveryproblem-solvingadaptabilityleadershipnetworkingstrategic thinkingrapport building

Certifications

B.Sc. degree in EngineeringB.Sc. degree in Business AdministrationSGL trainingTBA trainingIMP training