Industrial Field Sales Specialist

Mettler-Toledo, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision care

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

METTLER TOLEDO is seeking a field-based sales professional to drive growth across weighing, automation, and control markets. You will handle both transactional and consultative sales, from lower-cost items to capital equipment, with varying sales cycles.

The successful candidate will generate opportunities through proactive prospecting, manage accounts, and develop territory business plans, collaborating with OEMs, system integrators, distributors, and contractors to expand opportunities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-5 years of sales experience with a demonstrated record of success.
• Experience with OEMs, system integrators, engineering firms, contractors, automation, process controls, or capital equipment is preferred.
• Strong technical, presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, negotiation, and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, strategically minded, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Technical knowledge in areas such as industrial systems, mechanical or electrical engineering, material science, mathematics, or data analytics is beneficial.
• Product management experience with technical products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop account penetration plans and execute strategies to achieve sales objectives.
• Generate new business through prospecting and follow up on qualified leads.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, distributors, and internal teams.
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products, software, and services.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations virtually and in person.
• Collaborate across the organization to expand account opportunities and promote Mettler Toledo as a trusted partner.
• Resolve customer concerns quickly to retain and grow business.
• Manage territory coverage, sales activities, and time effectively.
• Negotiate terms and conditions, defend pricing, and minimize discounting.
• Maintain accurate sales pipelines and timely CRM records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Time management

Independent & team-working

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering/industrial tech/business)

Tools

SAP

CRM/ERP systems

Job description

Our Opening and Your Responsibilities

This revenue-generating, field-based position is responsible for selling industrial products, software, and services across weighing, automation, and control markets. The role requires managing both transactional and consultative sales, from lower-cost products to complex capital equipment with short- and long-term sales cycles.

The successful candidate will generate opportunities through proactive prospecting, manage assigned accounts, develop territory business plans, and work directly with customers and through OEMs, system integrators, engineering firms, distributors, and contractors to drive sales growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop account penetration plans and execute strategies to achieve sales objectives.
• Generate new business through prospecting and follow up on qualified leads.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, partners, distributors, and internal teams.
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products, software, and services.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations virtually and in person.
• Collaborate across the organization to expand account opportunities and promote Mettler Toledo as a trusted partner.
• Resolve customer concerns quickly to retain and grow business.
• Manage territory coverage, sales activities, and time effectively.
• Negotiate terms and conditions, defend pricing, and minimize discounting.
• Maintain accurate sales pipelines and timely CRM records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-5 years of sales experience with a demonstrated record of success.
• Experience with OEMs, system integrators, engineering firms, contractors, automation, process controls, or capital equipment is preferred.
• Strong technical, presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM/ERP systems; SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, negotiation, and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated, strategically minded, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Technical knowledge in areas such as industrial systems, mechanical or electrical engineering, material science, mathematics, or data analytics is beneficial.
• Product management experience with technical products is preferred.

Our Offer to You

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave policies
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
• A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
• Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
• A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment

About Mettler Toledo

METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, here.