Mechanical Engineer
Western Magnetics
Sales & BD Lead
Western Magnetics· Business Operations
About this role
About Westmag
Westmag is the American manufacturer of drone motors and robot actuators, backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Lux Capital, NFDG, Menlo Ventures, and other top investors. Westmag is committed to building and scaling in the U.S. to serve the global market. For more information, visit westmag.com.
About the role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Sales Lead to join our growing team at Westmag. The Sales Lead will be responsible for driving sales growth, developing and executing sales strategies, and leading the sales team to achieve revenue targets within the drone motors and robotic actuators market.
What you'll own
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve company sales goals and expand our customer base.
• Lead, mentor, and manage the sales team to improve performance and achieve targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships with drone OEMs, robotics companies, and other key market players.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, product development, and engineering teams to align sales strategies with product offerings.
• Identify emerging markets and market shifts while being fully aware of new products and competition status.
• Prepare sales forecasts, analyze sales data, and report on sales performance to senior management.
• Represent Westmag at industry events, trade shows, and conferences to promote our products and brand.
Required qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of sales experience, preferably in the drone, robotics, and/or component manufacturing sectors.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets and leading successful sales teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of the drone motor market, robotics, or related technology industries.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel as needed to meet customers and attend industry events.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred qualifications
• Experience working in startup or high-growth environments.
• Familiarity with CRM software and sales analytics tools.
• Established network within the drone or robotics industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is the Sales & BD Lead position at Western Magnetics located?
This Sales & BD Lead role at Western Magnetics is based in South San Francisco, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Sales & BD Lead role at Western Magnetics full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Sales & BD Lead role in the Business Operations department at Western Magnetics.
Which team or department does the Sales & BD Lead at Western Magnetics belong to?
This Sales & BD Lead position is part of the Business Operations department at Western Magnetics. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Sales & BD Lead position at Western Magnetics?
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When was the Sales & BD Lead job at Western Magnetics posted?
This Sales & BD Lead position at Western Magnetics was posted on Jun 2, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Sales & BD Lead
Western Magnetics
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