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INTRODUCTION
Please note that while this position reports into VCE Shippensburg, it is a field-based role. Frequent travel is required of this position.
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Would you like to help us build tomorrow?
Are you passionate about customer success? Would you enjoy working with a team of enterprising people who motivate themselves and those around them to develop personally and professionally?
Our organization is built by people and great teamwork. We are a truly global company, and we believe in the advantage of diversity. Together, we create a workplace that brings the best out of everyone. Here at Volvo Construction Equipment (VCE), we are motivated by the idea that with imagination, hard work and innovation we will lead the way towards developing a world that is cleaner, smarter, and more connected. We believe in a sustainable future. This Sales Director position on our Strategic Account Team in North America is responsible for the Waste & Recycling segment. Volvo Construction Equipment is a market leader and influential industry participant within this segment.
- This position is responsible for all Strategic Account commercial negotiations and contract management. The Director works collaboratively with Dealers, Volvo personnel and end customer procurement and fleet management teams to accomplish segment strategy and sales execution.
- Specific in-depth knowledge of assigned segments and industry demands.
- National Association Group participation within assigned segments and industry associations: National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA), The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF), and other major national industry associations.
- Take a highly proactive approach and “focus” on assigned accounts at all times.
- Submission management of RFP documents and maintenance of contracts for all accounts.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Maintain working knowledge of the assigned Waste & Recycling segment in NA.
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Establish and maintain close working relationship with assigned Strategic Accounts focusing on:
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Machines and Service sales
- Volvo CE’s presence of fleet share and services expansion
- Develop additional developmental Strategic Accounts, to result in additional incremental sales volumes.
- Support Dealer activities with Strategic Accounts.
- Direct involvement with National Trade Shows, Boards, Associations, Local Trade Shows, training seminars and customer VIP visits.
- Facilitate effective development of product application solutions with Technology and Sales Support personnel.
- Promote effective communications between contracted Strategic Accounts, Volvo Dealers, Sales Company personnel and Volvo manufacturing plants.
- Report monthly sales (units, revenue, OOH, extended warranty & services/ parts sales) and other key metric performance data as required.
- Provide monthly reports including; current projects, upcoming events, green, yellow and red items and monthly forecast by account, by model, by project site.
- Provide annual business plan and forecast by account and maintain direct T&E budget forecast.
- Coordinate communication and Sustainability activities with Strategic Accounts that have global footprint and inherent Volvo CE regional structure. Assist in MOU projects and agreements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Do you dream big? We do too, and we are excited to grow together. In this role, you will bring the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or relevant field considered a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in the CE industry/ segment experience required.
- Experience in direct interface with various customer groups – multiple levels of operational management and procurement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Work with others in fast paced, expert level Team environment.
- Able to perform duties effectively in a high performing dynamic team environment whether working autonomously or under direction.
- On average 50% of time dedicated to customer interface/ travel.
- Geographical context in which knowledge is applied: North America - must live in close proximity to major HUB airport.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We are pleased to offer a solid package of compensation and benefits. You will enjoy:
- Competitive base pay.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Generous PTO.
- Tax deferred retirement plans, varied by business; 401(K) with company match.
- Global organization with expansive career growth opportunities.
- Volvo Group University for professional and personal development.
- Workplace health/wellness and reimbursement programs.
- On-campus fitness center and café.
- Avid approach to Sustainability.
- Culture with a passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for all.
- We also offer an array of additional benefits and programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. We will gladly share this information and more at any time during the interviewing process or as part of your offer letter.
READY FOR THE NEXT MOVE?
If you are curious to explore how we put our words into actions, follow us on LinkedIn and volvogroup.com. Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply today!
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For this position, the base salary range is set at $159,900 - $197,500, and where applicable, bonus eligible. The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Part of Volvo Group, Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by our purpose to build the world we want to live in. Together we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world. By unleashing everyone’s full potential, we build a more sustainable future for all our stakeholders. Come join our team and help us build a better tomorrow.
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Frame your degree as operationally required
H-1B eligibility for a Director of Strategic Sales hinges on proving specialty occupation. Document how your degree in business, marketing, or a technical field directly underpins your strategic deal-structuring work, not just your general qualifications.
Target enterprise SaaS and B2B technology employers
These sectors file the most LCAs for senior sales leadership roles. Firms with dedicated enterprise or channel sales divisions are accustomed to sponsoring directors and have internal HR processes already built around H-1B filings.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers with confirmed LCA filing history for strategic sales leadership roles, searchable by city and industry. This cuts time spent on companies that have never sponsored at the director level.
Get a prevailing wage determination before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run your title and metropolitan area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to verify the floor and negotiate from an informed position.
Clarify the LCA filing timeline with your offer contact
The employer must file a certified LCA with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. Ask HR whether they have immigration counsel engaged, since delays in LCA certification can push your start date past the annual cap deadline.
Use O*NET to anchor your specialty occupation argument
The O*NET profile for sales directors consistently shows a bachelor's degree as the standard entry-level requirement. Reference this in your petition supporting materials to preempt USCIS requests for evidence questioning whether the role qualifies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Director of Strategic Sales role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS scrutinizes sales roles more closely than engineering or finance positions because the degree requirement isn't always obvious. Your petition needs to show that the specific strategic, analytical, and cross-functional nature of the director-level role requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not just general business acumen or years of quota attainment.
What degree background strengthens an H-1B petition for this role?
Degrees in business administration, marketing, economics, or a technical field matching the employer's product verticals carry the most weight. If your degree is in an unrelated area, your employer's attorney will need to build a theory of relatedness based on the role's specific duties. A mismatch between your credential and the job's analytical requirements is a common trigger for a Request for Evidence from USCIS.
Which industries sponsor directors of strategic sales most often?
Enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, fintech, and B2B professional services firms are the most active sponsors for this title. These companies run complex, consultative sales cycles that map more cleanly to the specialty occupation standard. Manufacturing and retail firms occasionally sponsor at the director level too, but their LCA filing volume for sales leadership roles is significantly lower.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring for this role?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified LCA filing history for strategic sales leadership roles, searchable by location and industry. This lets you focus your outreach on companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor at the director level, rather than spending time on employers who may decline to file once you raise the question.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B status as a Director of Strategic Sales?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start with a new employer once they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as you're maintaining valid status. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS covering the director-level duties and the prevailing wage for the new location.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director of Strategic Sales jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.