Sales Application Engineer

Scnteam; Portland (OR); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Outside Sales Engineer to drive sales and business development in the metalworking sector. This role involves managing sales strategies that directly influence revenue and profitability while leading the sales process from prospecting to closing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the metalworking industry and a proven track record in sales, particularly within industrial distribution networks. If you are passionate about driving growth and thrive in a competitive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Variable compensation opportunity

Competitive car package

Excellent health benefits

401K match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of successful sales experience in the metalworking industry.
• Proven ability to drive sales in a competitive market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee sales strategies impacting revenue and profitability.
• Lead all phases of the sales process from prospecting to closing.

Skills

Sales experience

Metalworking industry knowledge

Business development

Negotiation skills

Planning and budgeting

Job description

Outside Sales Engineer

We are currently partnering with an exceptional company that provides metalworking products to the Industrial Sector through an established distribution network in the United States. Our Client is searching for a Technical Sales Engineer to work from a remote office within the assigned territory. This person is to be responsible for managing the sales and business development operations for an organization which manufactures metalworking cutting tools. This person will provide tactical and strategic sales leadership, driving revenue growth through direct sales calls and new business development.

Position Summary:

• Develop and oversee sales strategies that will have a direct impact on the company’s revenue and profitability.
• Lead, manage and teach all phases of the sales process from prospecting and presenting to negotiating and closing.
• Participates and encourages quality assessment, profitability, and improvement activities.
• Territory includes the Greater Seattle, WA and Portland, OR markets, and the geography in between.

MUST HAVES:

• Minimum of 3+ years successful sales experience in the METALWORKING Industry (preferably metalworking cutting tools).
• Proven ability to drive sales in a highly competitive market.
• Experience calling on an Industrial Distribution network.
• Planning skills, budgeting and forecasting experience.
• Flexible to travel overnight during the work week upwards of ~25% at times.

Offering:

• Competitive base salary, plus variable compensation opportunity (commission and/or bonus).
• Competitive car package.
• Excellent Health Benefits (health, vision, dental, etc).
• Competitive 401K match.
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, etc.).