Sales Account Manager (Hunter Role)

Drive high-impact growth for DRT's Precision business by winning new strategic accounts, building relationships from the ground up, and closing high-value opportunities. This is a true hunter role for a sales professional who thrives in complex, technical, B2B manufacturing environments. If you're energized by opening new doors, influencing executive stakeholders, and building a book of business from scratch—this is it.

Location Requirement:

Must reside within commuting distance of

Dayton/Kettering, Ohio Relocation Assistance:

Not available

Travel:

Required as needed for customer and business development activities What You'll Do New Business Development Identify and win new strategic customers in manufacturing, industrial, and engineered products markets Develop targeted outreach strategies to generate qualified leads and new business opportunities Build relationships with executive-level stakeholders and decision makers Full Sales Cycle Ownership Lead the entire sales process from prospecting and discovery through quoting, negotiation, and closing Present DRT's precision manufacturing capabilities and long-term value proposition Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial agreements while balancing profitability goals Pipeline & Growth Strategy Manage pipeline activity, forecasting, and opportunity tracking within Salesforce CRM Drive revenue growth while maintaining focus on margins and operational capacity Expand DRT's market presence and establish long-term customer partnerships Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Finance teams Support customer solutions aligned with manufacturing capabilities and business objectives Help position DRT as a trusted manufacturing and precision solutions partner What We're Looking For Sales & Business Development Experience 7+ years of experience in B2B sales, business development, strategic accounts, or technical sales Proven success generating and closing new business opportunities Strong hunter mentality with the ability to build a pipeline from scratch Manufacturing & Technical Background Experience selling within manufacturing, industrial, precision machining, or engineered product environments Understanding of technical sales cycles and complex manufacturing operations OEM or engineered-to-order manufacturing experience preferred Leadership & Communication Skills Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities Executive presence with the ability to influence senior-level stakeholders Ability to work cross-functionally within a fast-paced manufacturing environment Additional Qualifications Experience using CRM systems; Salesforce preferred Ability to travel as needed Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred Why Join DRT? At DRT, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact, work alongside experienced manufacturing professionals, and help drive the future growth of our Precision business. This is not an account maintenance role—it's an opportunity to build, grow, and win. Build your own book of business. Win strategic customers. Drive real impact. Apply today!