Sales Development Program - Power Technical Sales

Vertiv; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is offering a unique Sales Development Program aimed at cultivating new sales talent. Recent graduates will receive training in technical sales, gaining product knowledge while providing support to sales teams and customers. This hands-on program includes responsibilities such as product customization and customer interaction.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in related fields and strong communication skills. Following the program, participants will be ready for future technical sales roles, contributing to Vertiv's business growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical fields.
• Strong communication skills, including written and presentation skills.
• Proficient in common software tools, especially MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Training to become an expert on Vertiv’s solutions.
• Assisting with product customization approvals.
• Participating in customer calls to identify needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient in spreadsheets and databases

Excellent interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work effectively in a team

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

MS Office

MS Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Who We Are – We offer unsurpassed global scale and broad expertise, built from our heritage as Emerson Network Power. Now, as Vertiv, we match industry leadership with the focus and spirit of a startup.

Program Mission

The mission of Vertiv’s Sales Development Program is to create a strong sales talent pipeline by developing new industry talent – providing them foundational sales skills as well as exposure to multiple facets of the business, professional support through mentorship, and inner and outer program collaboration. Success of this program will be measured by the hiring of a diverse group of sales professionals, a higher retention rate within the sales organization, and the effective execution of business objectives. Vertiv’s goal is to create a reputation among universities across the country as best in class for technical and solutions sales aspirations.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

If you are looking for a career in technical sales, Vertiv’s Sales Development Program (SDP) is designed for you. This program builds future technical sales professionals within our sales team by providing recent college graduates the opportunity to learn foundational sales skills – acquiring experience, owning key tasks, advancing leadership skills, and gaining exposure to senior leadership. You will spend the first year as an Application Engineer learning the basics of Vertiv’s products, systems, and processes while providing technical support to our sales teams and customers. In the second year you will gain additional exposure to technical sales – putting you on the fast track for a technical sales opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Training to become an expert of Vertiv’s various solutions (i.e. AC power products, Thermal products, services)
• Assisting with approvals of customization of Vertiv’s products/solutions
• Participating in inbound and outbound calls to Vertiv’s customers to determine/discuss customer’s needs and requirements
• Responding to Requests for Proposal from Vertiv’s customers/prospects
• Interacting with Sales Leaders on a regular basis
• Working with various sales tools such as Product configurators, proposal development tools, MS Power BI, etc.
• Traveling to Field Sales offices and supporting customer‑facing meetings
• Partnering with Vertiv Sales Leaders who focus on specific Vertical Industries (i.e. Healthcare, Retail, Education, Finance and Government)
• Conducting presentations/training sessions with colleagues and Sales teams

Career Path After Completion

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be prepared to be placed in a technical sales role, where they will apply their training and experience to drive customer relationships, business growth, and long‑term career success at Vertiv.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
• Strong communication skills – including written and presentation skills
• Proficient in spreadsheets, databases, and MS Office
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to balance multiple priorities
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and detail‑oriented mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a team and implement process solutions with objective, measurable results
• Adaptable with the desire to learn and advance

Position Eligibility Requirements

• This position will be located onsite at one of the company’s central Ohio locations
• Travel may be required, up to 10%
• Strong desire to pursue a career in sales with the ability to relocate if required upon completion of the program

Our Core Principles & Strategic Priorities

Core Principles: Safety, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Inclusion.

Strategic Priorities: High‑Performance Culture, Customer Focus, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Financial Strength.

Behaviors

• Own it
• Act with urgency
• Foster a customer‑first mindset
• Think big and execute
• Lead by example
• Drive continuous improvement
• Learn and seek out development
• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally, and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to [e-mail].