Sales Representative

KEMET Electronics Corporation; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Career growth and mentorship

Health and retirement benefits

Wellness programs

Global opportunities

Job summary

KEMET Electronics Corporation based in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Sales Representative to join the Sales Americas team. This home-office role drives revenue growth, strengthens customer relationships, and delivers value through OEMs, EMS providers, and distributors.

The role requires a technical sales background, the ability to collaborate across functions, and a customer-focused mindset to position YAGEO solutions for growth. Travel up to 30% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field required; equivalent technical degrees will be considered.
• Minimum of five years of sales experience, preferably in a technical or industrial environment.
• Experience within the electronic components industry is strongly preferred.
• Experience selling to OEMs, EMS providers, and working with distribution partners is a plus.
• Knowledge of the electronic component industry and its ecosystem, including key customers, technologies, and market trends.
• Proven experience with consultative and solution-based selling techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to create and deliver effective presentations. Advanced Excel skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design YAGEO products into innovative customer applications and new product designs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned target customers.
• Expand market presence by fostering strategic partnerships with distribution channels.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer support and drive business growth.
• Participate in industry events, trade shows, customer meetings, and networking opportunities.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory.

Skills

Sales experience

Consultative selling

Customer relationships

Presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

CRM software

Job description

We at KEMET, A YAGEO Group Company, help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries.

Founded in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, with over 100 years of technological innovation, we manufacture capacitors and other components for computing, telecommunications, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators-from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range electromechanical device and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

Summary

KEMET Electronics / YAGEO Group is currently seeking a Sales Representative based in Chicago, IL to join the Sales Americas team. This is a home office position responsible for driving revenue growth, increasing market share, and improving profitability within the assigned territory.

The Sales Representative will work cross-functionally across the organization to identify new business opportunities, strengthen customer relationships, and develop value-added solutions for OEMs, EMS providers, and distribution partners. Ideal candidates will bring strong sales capabilities, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to build trusted partnerships while positioning YAGEO solutions to support customer needs and drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design YAGEO products into innovative customer applications and new product designs.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with assigned target customers.
• Expand market presence by fostering strategic partnerships with distribution channels.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer support and drive business growth.
• Participate in industry events, trade shows, customer meetings, and networking opportunities.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned territory.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field required. Equivalent technical degrees will also be considered.
• Minimum of five years of sales experience, preferably in a technical or industrial environment.
• Experience within the electronic components industry is strongly preferred.
• Experience selling to OEMs, EMS providers, and working with distribution partners is a plus.
• Knowledge of the electronic component industry and its ecosystem, including key customers, technologies, and market trends.
• Proven experience with consultative and solution-based selling techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including the ability to create and deliver effective presentations. Advanced Excel skills are preferred.

Location & Work Type

• Chicago, IL - United States
• Remote
• Travel - Up to 30%
• The expected base salary range for this position is between $100,000-$150,000, based on experience.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

What we offer

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work-life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

About YAGEO Group

We don't build the final product.
We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors-his our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward.
Electric vehicles. AI data centers. Satellites. Sonar systems.
They move faster, last longer, reach farther-with a spark of us inside.

Headquartered in Taiwan, YAGEO Group unites multiple trusted brands—including YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors and more-into one cohesive force for innovation.
40,000+ employees. 100+ locations. 20 R&D centers. 2,000+ patents. 273,000+ customers.

#1 in resistors and tantalum capacitors.
#3 in MLCCs & inductors
We don't just participate in the future-we enable it.

Why Work at YAGEO Group?

Meaningful work: Every part you help design, test, or improve contributes to real-world innovations.
Global exposure: Collaborate across continents, brands, and breakthrough technologies.
Accelerated growth: With our size, diversity, and momentum, there's no ceiling for where you can go.
Built-in purpose: You're not just part of the process-you're part of the progress.

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