Sales Manager, Poultry
SKOV is a global leader in climate and farm management solutions. To support SKOV’s growth in North America, we are looking for a commercially driven Sales Manager with expertise and strong network in the poultry (broiler and breeder) industry. You will play a key role in expanding SKOV’s footprint in the North American poultry market by developing strong relationships with dealers and key industry stakeholders, ultimately driving the sales of SKOV’s advanced climate systems. The ideal candidate will be self-driven and have a passion for connecting and building long-term relationships with customers.
Responsibilities include
Drive direct sales to producers, integrators and large-scale operations in the broiler and breeder segments
Identify and connect with decision-makers at the executive and operational level
Develop tailored proposals and lead high-value sales negotiations
Follow up on deliveries and coordinate service through SKOV’s Customer Center and Global Service teams
Build strategic relationships with key accounts to ensure long-term customer satisfaction and repeat business
Collaborate with key dealers and partners to expand SKOV’s local presence, ensuring alignment with the overall direct sales strategy
Collaborate closely with the Regional Director and project teams to develop tailored, high-level solutions
Ensure strong communication between the market and headquarters regarding customer needs and trends
Manage sales budgets and follow up on deliveries, coordinating with SKOV’s Customer Center and Global Service teams
Represent SKOV at trade shows, exhibitions, and training events
What You Bring
Strong network and reputation within the US poultry industry, especially among producers, integrators and decision-makers in broiler and breeder production
Proven ability to open new doors and build relationships at the executive level
Experience with technical or capital equipment sales in agriculture, livestock or related sectors
Consultative sales mindset, capable of understanding customer needs and developing tailored solutions
Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills
A proactive, self-driven approach with persistence and commercial acumen
Technical knowledge of poultry or farming systems (training on SKOV’s technologies will be provided)
Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 5+ years in B2B direct sales, preferably within poultry, livestock or related industries
Background as a Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or Business Development Manager
Education in agriculture, engineering or business
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel extensively across the US (70–80%) with occasional trips to Denmark
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the day.
Success in this Role Looks Like
Expanding SKOV’s presence and reputation in the US poultry market
Building long-term, high-value relationships with top producers and integrators
Driving measurable sales growth within the broiler and breeder segments
Becoming a trusted advisor to SKOV’s customers through technical understanding and reliable service
About SKOV
SKOV North America, Inc. is a subsidiary of the Danish company SKOV A/S, which is headquartered in Denmark, and it has been around since the middle of the 1960s. We specialize in innovative technology solutions in ventilation and production monitoring equipment for livestock houses. Our focus is driving growth while deepening and solidifying our existing partnerships. And our online digital services are a growing part of our business, and implementation of digital equipment is a natural part of our solutions systems, which are exported and installed worldwide. We are leaders in the industry and are known for our focus on quality products and customer satisfaction.
Location: Remote Midwest/Southeast USA
Start date: As soon as possible
Compensation: Competitive compensation and benefits package
Travel: Approx. 70-80%
How to Apply
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and application by pressing the "Apply" button.
Contact
If you would like to know more about the position, please contact our external recruiting consultant, Birte Haakansson, at bih@slaterconsult.com for a confidential conversation. SlaterConsult is SKOV’s recruiting partner for this position.
SKOV is an equal opportunity employer, adhering to EEOC guidelines. We maintain a drug-free workplace and may conduct testing at any time.