Join VDL Jansen, a 40-year industry pioneer in poultry housing technology, as National Sales Manager USA. Lead market expansion across the United States, driving growth through strategic partnerships and closing significant deals that shape the future of sustainable egg production.
What are you going to do?
As National Sales Manager USA, you drive VDL Jansen's expansion throughout the United States market. This field-focused role positions you at the forefront of business development, building lasting relationships with dealers and clients while executing large-scale sales initiatives that advance the company's market share and presence.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies to expand customer base and market share across the U.S. poultry industry
- Cultivate strong relationships with existing dealers and clients while identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
- Lead in-person negotiations and close significant deals, securing long-term partnerships with key accounts
- Provide expert guidance on system specifications, pricing structures, and contract terms for major projects
- Oversee successful project delivery and ensure exceptional customer service throughout implementation phases
- Travel extensively across the United States to meet with clients, assess market conditions, and strengthen business relationships
The offer
VDL Jansen offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where short communication lines enable fast decision-making and efficient execution. As a family-owned company within the VDL Groep, the organization values teamwork, innovation, and making meaningful contributions to food security and animal welfare. You'll experience a supportive culture that encourages pushing boundaries and paying attention to every detail.
- Competitive base salary with generous performance-based bonus structure
- Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits package
- Professional development opportunities and industry training programs
- Flexible work arrangements with field-based flexibility
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
- Company vehicle and travel expense coverage for client engagements
Profile
You demonstrate exceptional negotiation abilities and thrive in high-stakes business environments. Your passion for sustainable agriculture and animal welfare drives your commitment to client success. You excel at relationship building, communicate persuasively across all levels, and maintain resilience and adaptability in a dynamic market landscape.
Job requirements:
- Minimum 10 years of sales experience, ideally in capital goods or international markets
- In-depth understanding of poultry industry operations, challenges, and regulatory requirements
- Proven track record closing major deals and building long-term client partnerships
- Bachelor's degree in commerce, agriculture, business, or related technical field
- Strong proficiency in sales strategy development and market analysis
- Current U.S. residency and willingness to travel extensively throughout the country
Location
USA
VDL Jansen stands as a 40-year industry leader in innovative poultry housing equipment, serving commercial layers and breeders globally. Specializing in state-of-the-art cage-free systems and community nest solutions, the company has established itself as a trusted partner for sustainable egg production. With strong market presence across Europe and growing momentum in the United States, VDL Jansen continues to expand its footprint by delivering profitable and sustainable farming solutions to producers nationwide.
