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Sales Operations Manager, NAM

28.10.2025

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

Join PALFINGER as a Sales Operations Manager, NAM, where you’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence, process improvement, and strategic execution within our North American sales organization. Based in Schaumburg, IL, you’ll partner closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure our sales operations run efficiently, data is leveraged effectively, and our customers experience best-in-class service.

Your Responsibilities

Optimize sales processes, tools, and reporting to enhance efficiency and performance across the NAM sales organization.
Support sales forecasting, pipeline management, and performance tracking to align execution with business targets.
Collaborate with finance, service, and product management to ensure seamless communication and data accuracy.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across sales operations, focusing on scalability and customer satisfaction.
Support business development and strategic initiatives through analysis, planning, and execution coordination.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or a related field; MBA a plus.
7+ years of relevant experience in sales operations, commercial strategy, or business process improvement within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong analytical, financial, and strategic thinking skills, with proven experience in data-driven decision making.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence across functions and levels.
Ability to travel up to 30–40% as required.

What We Offer

Salary range: $115,000 – $125,000 plus bonus eligibility.
401(k) with company match.
Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending on state). Wellness program offered.
Paid company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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