Sales manager

5 Star Recruitment

  • Wheeling, Illinois
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    We are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled sales engineer with strong knowledge of CNC processes and a proven track record in selling precision machined parts or machine time. This role requires both technical expertise and exceptional relationship-building skills to support and expand our customer base, fostering long-term, repeat business.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWheeling, Illinois

    Description

    We are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled sales engineer with strong knowledge of CNC processes and a proven track record in selling precision machined parts or machine time. This role requires both technical expertise and exceptional relationship-building skills to support and expand our customer base, fostering long-term, repeat business.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Develop and maintain personal rapport with potential and existing customers, identifying current and future service requirements.
    • Provide in-depth technical and engineering information on products, services, and equipment, responding to inquiries from various sources.
    • Establish and expand accounts by identifying potential customers and planning a strategic sales call schedule.
    • Prepare cost estimates by reviewing blueprints, plans, and related customer documentation, and consult with engineers and other technical professionals as needed.
    • Analyze and recommend improvements by evaluating cost-benefit ratios and proposing changes to enhance customer equipment, processes, or material use.
    • Process orders by working closely with technical support staff to manage engineering changes and costing.
    • Support customer development by offering technical information, training, and on-site assistance to enhance their understanding and use of our products.
    • Prepare and present detailed sales engineering reports, summarizing sales activity, technical trends, and application insights.
    • Stay current in the industry by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
    • Contribute to the teams success by addressing both short- and long-term challenges, providing strategic input, and implementing directives for continuous improvement.

    Qualifications:

    • Strong technical background in CNC processes.
    • Previous experience in selling precision machined parts or machine time.
    • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.
    • Proficiency in preparing cost estimates and technical documentation.
    • Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach to customer service and sales growth.

    Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa StatusUS Citizens/ Green Card Holder

    Must-HavesGood machining/manufacturing background Mandatory• Hydraulics experience Mandatory• Understand what markets are out there and Managing Existing client management • Strong technical background in CNC processes.• Previous experience in selling precision machined parts or machine time.• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.• Proficiency in preparing cost estimates and technical documentation.• Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach to customer service and sales growth.

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