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Commercial Director - LATAM

Wabtec wabteccorp.com Open · verified Sep 29, 2026
On-site Santiago Full-time Director Sales Leadership

At a glance

Leadership Sales Leadership role at Wabtec. Santiago · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleSales Leadership
SeniorityDirector
LocationSantiago
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
PostedSep 28, 2026 · 1d ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Take charge of regional sales results, including orders, revenue, margin, cash flow and overall targets
  • Grow the pipeline through marketing programs, partner connections and direct selling, then move deals through complex negotiations
  • Set regional growth plans, find new opportunities and widen market reach
  • Build customer and partner relationships, influence decision-makers and coordinate joint go-to-market work
  • Coach and develop the regional sales team while working with operations, product, engineering and supply chain teams

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, preferably in engineering, business or a related discipline
  • Fluent written and spoken English and Spanish
  • A track record selling software, technology or digital solutions in mining and resources, with complex deal experience
  • Experience leading and developing teams, alongside consultative sales and strategic account management skills
  • Proficiency with Salesforce, CRM systems and Microsoft Office

Who this fits

This director-level role suits a sales leader with mining expertise and experience guiding complex enterprise sales. The position is based onsite in Santiago and requires willingness to travel up to half the time.

From the employer

Who will you be working with?

Wabtec Digital Mine is at the forefront of enabling safer operation of mobile mining equipment through the use of Wabtec's Collision Avoidance and Machine Vision technologies, supporting the industry's vision of eliminating fatalities, injuries, and occupational risks associated with operating and maintaining heavy mobile equipment.

Learn more here: https://www.wabteccorp.com/mining/digital-mine

How will you make a difference?

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for driving commercial growth and market penetration within the assigned region. This role focuses on leading by example across all aspects of business development, identifying new opportunities, and executing strategic commercial initiatives to achieve orders, revenue, and profitability targets.

You will lead regional go-to-market strategies, leveraging direct engagement with C-suite executives, site-level stakeholders, and strategic partners, including distributors, to expand Wabtec's footprint and accelerate business growth. In addition, you will lead, coach, and develop a high-performing regional commercial team, driving accountability, capability building, and business results.

What do we want to know about you?

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, preferably in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  • Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish.
  • Proven experience in consultative sales, complex enterprise solutions, and strategic account management.
  • Strong mining industry expertise, including operational technologies and mining production environments.
  • Demonstrated success selling software, technology, or digital solutions within the mining and resources sector.
  • Proven track record of developing new business opportunities and closing high-value, complex deals.
  • Experience leading complex sales cycles and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
  • People leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and managing high-performing teams.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, analytical capabilities, and a resourceful, results-oriented mindset.
  • Excellent networking, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Salesforce, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 50%.

What will your typical day look like?

  • Own regional business performance, driving orders, revenue, margin, cash flow, and overall sales targets.
  • Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline by leveraging marketing programs, partner relationships, and direct sales activities.
  • Develop and execute regional growth strategies, identifying new business opportunities and expanding market presence.
  • Build strategic relationships with customers and key stakeholders, influencing decision-makers and supporting long-term partnerships.
  • Manage and grow the partner ecosystem, driving collaboration and joint go-to-market initiatives.
  • Lead opportunity management, accelerate deal progression, and support complex negotiations to drive successful outcomes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial Operations, Product Management, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the regional sales team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.


We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

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