Technical Sales Associate

TECHNICAL SALES ASSOCIATE (1-3 Years of Experience)

An innovative, expanding, international company rooted in the Annapolis / Kent Island area of Maryland is looking for a talented entry level, sales professional for their Technical Sales Associate opening. As a customer centric, family oriented organization, we focus on career-minded individuals searching for their once in a lifetime opportunity to join our winning team! This position will report directly to the National Sales Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Develops and works sales strategies with Technical Proposal Managers, Regional Sales Managers, and National Sales Manager
• Establishes relationships with Distributors and OEM Partners
• Assists Technical Proposal Managers with the overseeing of projects/opportunities from inquiry through engineering, production, delivery, and commissioning
• Communicates with customers to determine their needs and suggests solutions to fulfill their requirements and solve their issues
• Creates and delivers technical and pricing proposals as requested by customers
• Initiates sales order process when POs are received
• Builds upon industry and product line knowledge by studying product data and descriptions and participating in educational opportunities
• Works with customers to manage changes to orders
• Coordinates the shipping details and start-up schedule with the Service Department
• Works to accomplish departmental and organization goals
• Maintains and updates Salesforce records
• Some travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience:

• Knowledge of technical publications and equipment is a plus
• Be detail-oriented with proficient computer skills, especially in the use of Microsoft Office
• Experience with Salesforce CRM is a benefit
• Able to work independently, make good decisions, and work as part of a team
• Proactive: able to anticipate issues and provide solutions
• Maintain a high level of responsibility and accountability
• A quick learner and adapt well to changes
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Good communication and organizational skills
• A drive to learn new products and methods as well as draw on past experiences to help improve the company’s products and methods

Benefits & Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Company subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401K with 3% Safe Harbor Match, Performance Bonus, 13 paid vacations days, 5 paid sick days and 12 paid holidays.
• Growth opportunities are available

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person