Area Sales Manager - South France & North West Africa

Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities. ​

Join a respected company in industrial air filtration solutions, where you'll support key customer relationships and contribute to business growth in France. This role works closely with our inbound sales organization in Terrassa (Spain) and cross-functional teams in Leuven (Belgium), in partnership with regional sales representatives and aftermarket managers.

The ideal candidate will be based in South of France and work remotely. Great opportunity for an outgoing, proactive and sales driven person to enter an expanding and evolving market for Industrial Solutions.

Role Responsibilities

• Support and develop aftermarket sales in South of France / North & West Africa with a focus on development of authorized distributors, OEMs, and key accounts.
• Conduct regular customer visits, including several overnight travels within the region.
• Collaborate with marketing and engineering teams in Terrassa and Leuven to develop tailored solutions for customers.
• Connect with new potential clients while maintaining strong relationships with existing ones.
• Contribute to regional plans aligned with broader team goals.
• Work very closely with distributors to support their growth and ensure a positive customer experience.

Travel: Up to 60%

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experienced in technical sales within B2B industrial environments.
• Experience working with indirect sales channels and distributor partnerships.
• Self-motivated, quick thinker and hunter with the ability to manage time and tasks with care and reliability.
• Fluent in French, Arabic and English.
• Ability to travel to North West Africa on a monthly base.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial air filtration, aftermarket sales or similar fields.
• Familiarity with customer-specific applications and consultative sales approaches.

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