Field Industrial Sales Engineer – Paper Industry

Cogent Analytics; Appleton (WI); Remote; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Cogent Analytics in Wisconsin is seeking an Industrial Sales Representative to support on-site sales, gear inspections, and customer solutions across the territory. You will build technical knowledge of products, develop relationships, and generate leads, quotes, and RFQs while maintaining professional standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, the ability to read blueprints, and a proven record in paper industry client service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school; college degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years servicing or calling on paper industry clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel.

Responsibilities

• Participate in on-site sales and gear inspections to learn our product and territory.
• Develop technical knowledge to communicate products and inspection services.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and understand needs.
• Make cold calls to prospective customers and maintain contact with existing clients.
• Visit prospects and customers in person to generate leads, quotes, and sales.
• Create, submit, and follow up on quotes and RFQs.
• Document opportunities and update CRM with interactions.
• Provide regular updates on progress and opportunities to the team.
• Read blueprints and drawings to inform recommendations.
• Maintain safety and professional appearance during field visits.
• Travel up to 50% and maintain a monthly itinerary.

Skills

Organizational skills

Sales prospecting

Customer relationship management

Reading blueprints

Communication skills

Territory travel

Education

High School diploma/trade school or College degree

Job description

Cogent Analytics in Wisconsin is seeking an Industrial Sales Representative to support on-site sales, gear inspections, and customer solutions across the territory. You will build technical knowledge of products, develop relationships, and generate leads, quotes, and RFQs while maintaining professional standards.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, the ability to read blueprints, and a proven record in paper industry client service.