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Eaton Corporation Channel Business Sales Manager in Istanbul, Turkey
Build, scale, and lead Eaton’s channel growth across Turkey
At Eaton, we make what matters work. We are a global leader in energy-efficient electrical solutions, driven by a clear purpose: to shape a more sustainable future while creating real value for our customers, partners, and people. We operate with integrity, inclusivity, and a long-term mindset — and we are now strengthening our channel sales leadership in Turkey.
This is a pivotal, senior commercial role with clear ownership of Eaton’s channel business across Turkey. As Channel Business Sales Manager, you will lead growth through electrical wholesalers, system integrators, and large OEM customers, shaping the go-to-market strategy for Eaton’s electrical portfolio including low-voltage switchgear, automation, drives, and soft starters.
Reporting directly to the Country Manager, you will have significant autonomy, visibility, and influence — responsible not only for delivering results, but for building a high-performing, future-ready channel ecosystem in a competitive and evolving market.
What you’ll do:
Own and execute the channel sales strategy for Eaton Electrical solutions in Turkey, driving sustainable growth and market expansion
Deliver ambitious revenue and profitability targets through electrical wholesalers, system integrators, and large OEM customers
Build, strengthen, and evolve the channel ecosystem, including identifying and onboarding strategic new partners
Act as a senior commercial interface to customers, consultants, and designers in specification-driven project environments
Lead complex opportunities end-to-end, working closely with Marketing, Product Engineering, and Customer Support
Own budgets, forecasts, and performance, ensuring disciplined execution and clear visibility to senior leadership
Continuously assess market trends, competitors, and growth opportunities to shape future strategy
Qualifications:
B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Engineering
10+ years of experience in Electrical Distribution and Sales, with strong exposure to channel partner management
Skills:
Proven success in driving business growth through channel-based sales models
Solid understanding of electrical solutions and project-based selling
Experience working with end users, consultants, utilities, OEMs, and system integrators
Strong commercial and analytical skills, including budget ownership and forecasting
Experience leading or developing sales teams is an advantage
Fluency in Turkish and English is essential
What we offer:
Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with market and role impact
A senior, visible role with real influence on Turkey’s growth strategy
Opportunity to shape and build a channel organization, not just manage one
Long-term career development and internal mobility across Eaton
Ongoing learning and leadership development through Eaton University
A values-driven culture where ethics, inclusion, and sustainability truly matter
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