Bakery Solutions Sales Engineer

Gonnella Baking Co.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gonnella Baking Co. in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Bakery Sales Technician who blends food industry know-how with technical acumen to showcase bakery equipment and related software solutions to diverse customers.

You will bridge product value with client needs through engaging demonstrations and tailored technical insights. In this fast-paced role, you will support pre-sales activities, analyze requirements, and collaborate with the sales team to craft compelling presentations.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of networking, AWS, Azure, VMware, Linux, and enterprise software environments.
• Experience with Python scripting and Bash for automation or troubleshooting.
• Proven track record in technical sales or pre-sales roles.
• Excellent ability to assess client needs and propose solutions.
• Familiarity with Salesforce Cloud or other CRM tools.
• Track record of product demos, deal closing, and business development.
• Strong project management skills managing multiple engagements.
• Clear communication of complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed product demonstrations of bakery equipment and enterprise software solutions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop customized presentations.
• Provide pre-sales technical support and analyze client requirements.
• Assist in managing client relationships with ongoing technical advice.
• Support business development by identifying new opportunities in the bakery industry.
• Contribute to project management for timely deployment strategies.
• Help close deals by communicating product value and addressing questions.

Skills

Technical sales

Product demos

Sales enablement

Customer relationships

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Networking concepts

Tools

AWS

Azure

VMware

Linux

Python scripting

Bash

Salesforce

Job description

Gonnella Baking Co. in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Bakery Sales Technician who blends food industry know-how with technical acumen to showcase bakery equipment and related software solutions to diverse customers.

You will bridge product value with client needs through engaging demonstrations and tailored technical insights. In this fast-paced role, you will support pre-sales activities, analyze requirements, and collaborate with the sales team to craft compelling presentations.