Entry-Level Technical Sales Representative

KEYENCE CORPORATION; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary with location-based range

Performance bonus quarterly

World-class training & mentorship

Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~

4 weeks PTO in first year

Job summary

KEYENCE CORPORATION in the United States is seeking a Technical Sales Representative to be the face of KEYENCE—meeting customers on-site, understanding their needs and delivering cutting-edge automation solutions.

This outside sales role emphasizes prospecting, on-site consultations, product demonstrations, and collaboration with local offices to exceed goals, with travel 60%+ and two preferred office locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (or Associate’s with 4+ years military experience).
• Strong work ethic and drive to learn.
• Willingness to travel (60%+) and adapt to customer challenges.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert in KEYENCE products and solutions.
• Prospect new business through cold calls, leads, and collaboration with the sales team.
• Conduct on-site consultations and product demonstrations to grow the business.
• Collaborate with local sales offices to develop opportunities and exceed sales goals.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Willingness to travel

Flexible thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s + 4+ years military experience

Job description

Join KEYENCE as a Technical Sales Representative

Training Classes Begin January or July 2027

Multiple U.S. Locations | Entry-Level | Full-Time

Are you ready to launch your career with one of the world’s most innovative companies? KEYENCE is looking for driven, goal-oriented individuals to join our Technical Sales Team. Whether you're a recent graduate or early in your career, this is your opportunity to grow with a global leader in automation and technology.

What You’ll Do

As a Technical Sales Representative, you’ll be the face of KEYENCE—meeting customers on-site, understanding their needs, and delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive real business results. This is an outside sales position with most of your time focused on:

• Become an expert in our industry-leading products and solutions
• Prospect new business through cold calls, leads, and collaboration with sales team
• Conduct on-site consultations and product demonstrations to expand our business
• Collaborate with your local sales office for development and to exceed sales goals

Location Flexibility

Choose up to two preferred office locations when you apply—we’ll do our best to place you where you want to be. You’ll work within a regional territory, not nationwide.

What We Offer

• Base Salary: $53,940 – $80,760 (based on location)
• Performance Bonus Target: $24,000 annually (performance based), paid quarterly
• World-Class Training: Paid, hands-on training and on-the-job mentorship
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401K match, ~4 weeks PTO in first full year
• Career Growth: Promote-from-within culture with base and bonus increases

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree (or Associate’s and 4+ years military experience)
• Strong work ethic and a passion for learning
• Flexibility and critical thinking skills to adapt to customer challenges
• Willingness to travel (60%+), including overnight
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle
• Ability to lift and transport demo equipment (35–85 lbs.) into customer sites

Why KEYENCE?

• Recognized by Forbes as one of the World’s Most Innovative Companies
• A global leader in factory automation and quality assurance solutions
• Operating profit of over 40% for 25 consecutive years
• A culture that invests in your success from day one

KEYENCE is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer.