Sales Rep EI

Schindler Elevator Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Representative to join their team in enhancing urban life through innovative elevator solutions. This role involves identifying sales opportunities, managing client relationships, and negotiating contracts to meet customer needs. With a focus on safety and sustainability, this company offers a supportive environment for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate about driving innovation and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) match up to 7%

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Three weeks vacation plus sick days

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave with 100% pay for six weeks

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical sales within the elevator industry.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities and manage existing accounts for growth.
• Negotiate contracts and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Customer Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Sales Experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business

MBA

Tools

MS Office

Excel

SAP

Job description

Location: Chicago, Suburban, IL, United States

Job ID: 81203

We Elevate... Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion people daily across buildings and transportation hubs. As part of the Schindler team, you'll find meaningful work that enhances community life and contributes to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable. Join us and help shape the future while continuing our rich legacy since 1874.

Join us as a

Sales Rep EI

Your main responsibilities

• Identify sales opportunities through customer contacts and industry insights, preparing documentation for prospective clients and managing existing accounts to foster growth.
• Meet or exceed sales and customer objectives.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms.
• Analyze customer needs and promote suitable products and services.
• Maintain strong client relationships and address customer complaints satisfactorily.
• Prepare estimates and manage customer information in accordance with procedures.
• Collaborate with owners and building management on maintenance agreements and system updates.
• Use competitive data to inform strategies and communicate effectively to ensure customer satisfaction and sales targets.
• Develop negotiating strategies, plan sales approaches, and understand financial goals.
• Participate in professional development to enhance product and service knowledge.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Engineering or Business (MBA preferred) with prior technical sales experience, or Journeyman Technician with at least 5 years in the field.
• Excellent communication and computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and SAP.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the elevator or related building systems industry.

What’s in it for you?

• Fully vested 401(k) match up to 7%.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans from day one.
• Three weeks’ vacation, increasing with tenure, plus sick days, holidays, and floating holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement after six months.
• Parental leave with 100% pay for six weeks within the first year of a child's birth or adoption.
• Opportunities for professional and leadership growth.

We Elevate... Your Career

Join our team to enhance quality of life and drive innovation while prioritizing safety and sustainability. We value diverse skills and perspectives to shape sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.

If your experience doesn’t match all listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:

• Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards.
• Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
• Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
• Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
• Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, the heart of our success.

Discover more on our career website.

At Schindler Group, we value inclusion, diversity, and equity, providing equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of age, race, gender, or other protected characteristics. We do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.