Field Sales Representative I

Arrow Electronics; Plano (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with Matching Contributions

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

HSA/HRA Options

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Arrow Electronics seeks a Field Sales Representative I focused on the Aerospace & Defense segment to acquire new accounts and grow underpenetrated opportunities. You will pursue venture-capital-backed companies and convert qualified leads from Arrow's 360 campaigns into revenue.

Build relationships with executives, coordinate global transactions, and maximize margins while aligning Arrow solutions to customer needs. This role includes travel with a 60/40 split and office Mondays in Austin.

Qualifications

• Requires a 4-year degree and 2–4 years of related sales experience.
• Experience building relationships with executives and decision-makers.
• Ability to pursue and convert new accounts in aerospace/defense.

Responsibilities

• Drive new-account acquisition and expand aerospace/defense portfolios.
• Develop disciplined prospecting and follow-up cadence to convert leads.
• Develop opportunities, align Arrow solutions with customer needs, and maximize margins.
• Build relationships with C-level executives and key suppliers, stay informed on market trends.
• Work a 60/40 split with compensation including commission.

Skills

New-account acquisition

Prospecting cadence

Relationship building

Aerospace & Defense knowledge

Education

4-year degree

Job description

Position:

Field Sales Representative I

Job Description:

This dedicated hunter role is exclusively focused on the Aerospace & Defense segment , with a clear mandate to develop new accounts and underpenetrated accounts . The primary responsibility is to identify, engage, and convert venture-capital-backed companies and to aggressively follow up on qualified supplier and internal leads generated through Arrow’s 360 campaigns.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Drive new-account acquisition and expand underpenetrated Aerospace & Defense accounts. Proactively pursue venture-capital-backed companies and qualified supplier and Arrow 360 campaign leads, prioritizing opportunities with strong growth, profitability, and margin potential.
• Build a disciplined prospecting and follow‑up cadence that converts leads into qualified opportunities and new business. Use market and territory knowledge, supplier relationships, and Arrow resources to uncover customer needs, solve business challenges, and create demand for Arrow’s full portfolio of solutions, products, and services.
• Generate sales by developing new opportunities and guiding product selection. Apply a strong understanding of Arrow’s solutions to align capabilities with customer business needs, grow revenue and profit, and maximize margins. Coordinate global transactions across regions to improve business capture and develop strategic customer sales and marketing plans.
• Build influential relationships with customers and suppliers while staying current on Aerospace & Defense market trends, competitive products, and technology. Develop relationships with decision‑makers, including management and C-level executives, to identify future opportunities and accelerate account development.
• This position is a 60/40 split; the compensation posted is an OTE number that includes the commission.

What We Are Looking For:

• Incumbent has limited level of discretion to vary from established procedures, works under general supervision, and solves some straightforward problems. Incumbent generally has limited work experience involving basic concepts and procedures but requires formal training in theories/concepts in own function.
• Incumbent has high level of discretion to vary from established procedures, works under broad supervision, and solves some complex problems. Incumbent generally has substantial work experience involving complex concepts and procedures in theories/concepts in own function.
• Typically requires a 4 year degree and 2–4 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience

This role will perform work covered by International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Viable candidates for this position must be eligible for an export license or be a U.S. Person (which includes but is not limited to U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees).

Work Arrangement:

Must come into Austin office on Mondays. The rest of the week will be on the road visiting clients and suppliers.

What’s In It For You:

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
• Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities
• And more!

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:

$65,000.00 - $125,127.51

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer.

Location:

US-TX-Texas (Remote Employees)-Central Time Zone

Remote work employees may be required to be present at the closest designated Arrow office for work-related purposes, at the Company’s request and sole discretion.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Category:

Sales

EEO Statement:

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy) (https://arrowelectronic.navexone.com/content/docview/?docid=516&app=pt&source=unspecified&public=true)

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