Sales Engineer - Wire Drawing

000312 SurTec Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Group is seeking a technical sales professional to identify and develop opportunities in Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants across the US. You will provide technical guidance and support to customers, helping them understand product benefits and applications.

Responsibilities include market research, CRM updates, and coordinating sales activities with visits and consulting, with regional focus in MI, OH, IN, IL, TX, and FL. Travel up to 60% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Willingness to travel 50–60% within US.
• Proven work experience in technical sales, preferably in Wire Drawing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants.
• Offer technical support and guidance to customers on product benefits and applications.
• Support sales through targeted customer visits, sales tools, and technical/commercial consulting.
• Conduct market research on industry trends and competitors.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of sales activities and customer interactions.
• Regional responsibility targeting Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Florida.

Skills

Willingness to travel

Technical sales experience

Surface treatment knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the field of Wire Drawing Materials and Lubricants
• Offer technical support and guidance to customers, helping them understand the benefits and applications of our products
• Support of sales through targeted customer visits, sales tools, and technical/commercial consulting
• Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and competitor activities
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions in CRM systems
• Regional responsibility with a high priority targeting the areas of Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and Florida

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field of advantage
• Willingness to travel within district (50-60%). Within the US or other as needed.
• Proven work experience in technical sales, preferably in the Wire Drawing industry
• Strong understanding of surface treatment technologies and their applications. in the Wire Drawing Industry
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite

The expected salary range for this position is 80,000 - 100,000 USD annually.

Compensation for this position will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, and overall alignment with the role's responsibilities.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

SurTec Inc.

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Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise.

As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 51,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually.

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