Branch Manager

Kaeser Compressors, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful suppliers of industrial compressed air systems in the US. Our design philosophy of simplicity reliability and efficiency provides a solid, demonstrable value proposition for our sales force which has led to our strong market share growth year over year. We have developed a detailed sales approach which provides our sale force with a proactive toolbox of customer focused techniques that showcase our expertise in system design and optimization. In addition our reputation for quality and longevity leads to solid long term customer relationships. To learn more about Kaeser, visit our website at us.kaeser.com.


We are looking for a hard charging sales leader to be our Branch Manager for our fast growing facility in Portland, OR . We need a manager with the tactical and coaching skills to help us substantially increase our share of the southeastern US compressed air market. Obviously previous experience in sales management and/or industrial sales is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will:

• Supervise all branch; sales, administrative and service personnel.
• Help to develop the overall plan for the growth of the branch.
• Have profit and loss responsibility for the branch.
• Supervise the organization to ensure its adherence to Kaeser's operational guidelines.
• Assist all other Kaeser departments in our organization to maintain a clear and customer focus experience for all.

Required Qualifications:

• The successful candidate's background will include:
• HS Diploma (required), College degree (preferred)
• 3-5 years' management experience, preferably in the compressed air industry or industrial/manufacturing environment.
• The ability to develop new business while increasing existing business
• Exhibit strong leadership skills while motivating and providing mentorship to sales, service, and office staff.
• Clean driving record (required)
• Computer skills (required)
• SAP experience A PLUS!

This is a salary position, with an annual range of $140,000-$180,000, to commensurate with experience. We offer an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing and 401(k) Plan as well as a roof top cafe, an on-site exercise facility, free exercise classes and a health and wellness program.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.