Sales Manager

North Eastern Services; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance incentives

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Aqua Membranes is looking for a Sales Development Specialist in Knoxville to support the growth of their innovative water filtration solutions. The ideal candidate should have experience in customer-facing roles, especially in B2B settings.

You will be responsible for building relationships with customers, qualifying opportunities, and supporting the sales team in demonstrating Aqua Membranes' technology. Strong communication skills and a results-oriented mindset are essential for success in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing company with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven success in B2B sales to distributors and large multi-unit owner/operators.
• Ability to establish and build new corporate accounts.
• Experience in automotive services, car wash operations, or similar fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting and networking.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers.
• Conduct sales calls and qualify potential opportunities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Self-motivated

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Company: Aqua Membranes, Reports To: VP of Sales

Position Summary

Aqua Membranes is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Sales Development Specialist to support the growth of our innovative water filtration solutions. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in customer-facing industries such as automotive services, car wash operations, retail sales, or service management who are looking to build a career in industrial sales.

The Sales Development Specialist will identify prospective customers, build relationships, qualify opportunities, and support the sales team in promoting Aqua Membranes' advanced reverse osmosis membrane technology. Success in this role requires excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to understand customer needs and provide value-driven solutions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, and outbound outreach.
• Build and maintain relationships with industrial, municipal, and commercial customers.
• Conduct introductory sales calls and qualify potential opportunities.
• Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for the sales team.
• Maintain accurate customer information and activity records within the CRM system.
• Follow up with leads and existing customers to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Identify customer challenges and communicate how Aqua Membranes' technology can provide operational and cost‑saving benefits.
• Support trade shows, industry events, and customer visits.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on lead‑generation initiatives.
• Prepare sales reports and provide updates on pipeline activity.

Experience

• Proven success in B2B sales to distributors and large multi‑unit owner/operators.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and build new corporate accounts in markets with limited prior penetration.
• Track record of displacing low‑cost commodity incumbents through value‑based selling strategies.
• Previous experience in automotive services, car wash operations, or sales/business development in similar fields preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport and develop long‑term customer relationships.
• Self‑motivated with a results‑oriented mindset.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Ability to learn technical information related to water treatment and filtration systems.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with upselling products or services.
• Experience meeting sales goals or performance metrics.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment, manufacturing, or water treatment industries is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to travel to customer locations, trade shows, and industry events as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Why Join Aqua Membranes

• Opportunity to work with award‑winning 3D‑printed reverse osmosis membrane technology.
• Competitive compensation package with performance incentives.
• Career growth opportunities within a rapidly growing company.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement plan options.