Regional Sales Manager – OEM & Distribution

We are looking for a highly entrepreneurial Regional Sales Manager with deep expertise in transmission chains and power transmission solutions, as well as a strong network among OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. This is not a traditional account-management role. The successful candidate will be expected to build the business from the ground up, create new strategic partnerships, and generate concrete commercial results quickly. The role requires a true business builder who can identify priority markets, open doors at decision-maker level, develop OEM and Tier 1 opportunities, and convert them into long-term partnerships. The candidate must be comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy and contributing to the creation of a local commercial structure or business entity. Key Responsibilities Include • Developing new business with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, distributors, and strategic industrial partners. • Creating a qualified pipeline from scratch across the assigned markets. • Securing meetings and technical-commercial discussions with key decision-makers. • Converting opportunities into concrete projects, nominations, and commercial agreements. • Building a local sales structure, market-entry strategy, and long-term commercial presence. • Coordinating closely with engineering, production, and management teams in China. • Representing the company at customer meetings, industry events, and trade fairs. • Delivering measurable short-term results while building a sustainable long-term business. The ideal candidate is not someone who simply maintains an existing network. We are looking for a proactive hunter and market builder capable of creating new partnerships, establishing credibility with major industrial players, and generating rapid traction in the OEM market. Profil Recherché We are looking for a commercially driven professional with a strong technical background and a proven track record in industrial B2B sales. The Ideal Candidate Will Have • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Automotive, Mechatronics, or a related technical field). • Proven experience in technical sales or business development within industrial manufacturing, power transmission, or related sectors. • A successful track record of developing business with OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, distributors, or major industrial customers. • Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic business development skills. • An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build new markets and deliver measurable commercial results. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and executive stakeholders. • Fluency in English and the local language of the assigned region is required. • Basic knowledge of Mandarin Chinese is considered an advantage but is not required. • Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory and occasionally to China. Présentation De La Structure Our client is a leading Chinese manufacturer specializing in transmission chains, power transmission components, and related industrial systems. The company operates through several business segments and dedicated departments, serving a wide range of industries, including automotive, motorcycles, agricultural machinery, tractors, marine applications, industrial equipment, and robotics. Its product portfolio includes a broad range of chain-based transmission solutions designed for demanding industrial and mobility applications. While robotics represents one of the company’s most advanced and innovative business areas, the automotive industry remains its largest market in terms of production volume and commercial activity. With integrated research, engineering, manufacturing, and quality-control capabilities in China, the company supports customers from product development through large-scale production. Its solutions are supplied to manufacturers, OEMs, distributors, and industrial partners across international markets. As part of its continued expansion, the company is strengthening its local commercial presence, developing new customer relationships, and expanding its network of distributors and strategic partners across its different market segments. Show more Show less