Trainee Inside Sales Engineer

Emerson; Breda; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson is seeking a Trainee Inside Sales Engineer to develop skills in technical sales, quotation preparation, and customer support. You will work with experienced professionals and gain exposure to Emerson solutions, products, and services while building relationships with customers.

You will rotate six months between Rijswijk and Breda, learning to handle technical and commercial customer requests, assist the field sales team, process orders accurately, and follow our ethics and trade

Qualifications

• Technical diploma at HBO bachelor’s or master’s level (or strong technical affinity with education in another field).
• Fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in learning about sales, engineering, and customer interactions.
• Ability to work in a structured and organized way.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to create quotations using Emerson solutions, products, and services, including third-party offerings.
• Gain experience in handling technical and commercial aspects of customer requests.
• Work closely with the field sales team to follow up on quotes and support customer needs.
• Process customer purchase orders with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Provide product and application information to internal and external customers.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and internal teams.
• Collaborate with international back offices to ensure smooth order processing.
• Keep sales administration tools up to date.
• Follow Emerson’s policies, including ethics and trade compliance.
• Work 6 months in Rijswijk and 6 months in Breda.

Skills

Dutch and English fluency

Customer-focused

Education

HBO bachelor’s or master’s degree in a technical field

Job description

Job DescriptionAre you looking for an exciting start to your career in sales and engineering? As a Trainee Inside Sales Engineer, you will learn how to support sales activities by preparing quotations, providing technical and commercial assistance, and building relationships with customers. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills in a technical sales environment while working with experienced professionals.
If you have a passion for technology and want to grow in a commercial role, this position is perfect for you!

In This Role, You Will:

• Learn how to create quotations using Emerson solutions, products, and services, including third-party offerings;
• Gain experience in handling technical and commercial aspects of customer requests;
• Work closely with the field sales team to follow up on quotes and support customer needs;
• Process customer purchase orders with accuracy and attention to detail;
• Provide product and application information to internal and external customers;
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and internal teams;
• Collaborate with international back offices to ensure smooth order processing;
• Keep sales administration tools up to date;
• Follow Emerson’s policies, including ethics and trade compliance.
• Work 6 months in Rijswijk and 6 months in Breda.

Who You Are: You are eager to learn and develop a career in sales and technology. You enjoy working with customers, solving problems, and collaborating with a team. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to take on new challenges in an encouraging learning environment.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• A technical diploma at HBO bachelor\'s or master\'s level (or strong technical affinity with education in another field);
• Fluency in Dutch and English (written and spoken);
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Interest in learning about sales, engineering, and customer interactions;
• Ability to work in a structured and organized way;

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Some familiarity with technical products or sales processes;
• Strong motivation to develop skills in a commercial and technical role;
• A team player with a positive and proactive attitude.

Our Culture & Commitment to You: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

About Us
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

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About Emerson Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!