Sales manager

5 Star Recruitment; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled sales engineer based in Wheeling, Illinois. This role demands a strong background in CNC processes, proficiency in selling precision machined parts, and excellent communication skills. The candidate will be responsible for customer relationship management, preparing cost estimates, and providing technical support. An enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach to sales is essential for this position. US Citizenship or Green Card Holder is required.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in CNC processes.
• Previous experience in selling precision machined parts or machine time.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.
• Proficiency in preparing cost estimates and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with customers.
• Provide technical information on products and services.
• Establish and expand customer accounts.
• Prepare cost estimates and consult with engineers.
• Analyze cost-benefit ratios and recommend improvements.
• Process orders and manage engineering changes.
• Support customer development with training and assistance.
• Prepare detailed sales engineering reports.

Skills

Strong technical background in CNC processes

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in preparing cost estimates

Enthusiastic team player

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled sales engineer with strong knowledge of CNC processes and a proven track record in selling precision machined parts or machine time. This role requires both technical expertise and exceptional relationship-building skills to support and expand our customer base, fostering long-term, repeat business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain personal rapport with potential and existing customers, identifying current and future service requirements.
• Provide in-depth technical and engineering information on products, services, and equipment, responding to inquiries from various sources.
• Establish and expand accounts by identifying potential customers and planning a strategic sales call schedule.
• Prepare cost estimates by reviewing blueprints, plans, and related customer documentation, and consult with engineers and other technical professionals as needed.
• Analyze and recommend improvements by evaluating cost-benefit ratios and proposing changes to enhance customer equipment, processes, or material use.
• Process orders by working closely with technical support staff to manage engineering changes and costing.
• Support customer development by offering technical information, training, and on-site assistance to enhance their understanding and use of our products.
• Prepare and present detailed sales engineering reports, summarizing sales activity, technical trends, and application insights.
• Stay current in the industry by attending workshops, reviewing publications, and engaging in professional societies and networks.
• Contribute to the teams success by addressing both short- and long-term challenges, providing strategic input, and implementing directives for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in CNC processes.
• Previous experience in selling precision machined parts or machine time.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.
• Proficiency in preparing cost estimates and technical documentation.
• Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach to customer service and sales growth.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

US Citizens/ Green Card Holder

Must-Haves

• Good machining/manufacturing background Mandatory
• Hydraulics experience Mandatory
• Understand what markets are out there and Managing Existing client management
• Strong technical background in CNC processes.
• Previous experience in selling precision machined parts or machine time.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and nurture long-term relationships.
• Proficiency in preparing cost estimates and technical documentation.
• Enthusiastic team player with a proactive approach to customer service and sales growth.