Senior Sales Representative

Xylem; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Job summary

Xylem, a Fortune 500 global water solutions company, is hiring a Senior Sales Representative to manage and grow a defined territory within the Light Industry Sales team. You will work directly with clients to specify and sell tailored water treatment solutions, focusing on preventative maintenance services and end-to-end customer lifecycle management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in sales, excellent relationship skills, and the ability to travel within the territory to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate new leads and prospects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Conduct sales meetings and presentations.
• Negotiate and close deals.
• Meet or exceed sales targets.
• Provide regular sales forecasts and reports.
• Identify and capitalize on market trends and opportunities.
• Manage and grow existing client accounts.
• Identify and pursue upselling and cross selling opportunities.

Skills

Strong analytical and critical think

Data analysis tools

Team collaboration

Multitasking / organization

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/economics/finance or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Data visualization software

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world’s most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is hiring a Senior Sales Representative to manage and grow a well-established territory within Evoqua’s Light Industry Sales (LIT) team. We provide cutting-edge water treatment solutions for high-purity and wastewater applications across industries like aerospace, pharmaceuticals, microelectronics, healthcare, food & beverage, higher education, and more.

In this role, you will work directly with clients to specify and sell tailored water treatment solutions, with a strong emphasis on Evoqua’s preventative maintenance services. You’ll serve as the primary point of contact throughout the customer lifecycle—ensuring satisfaction, fostering retention, and driving year-over-year business growth. Key responsibilities include maintaining and strengthening customer relationships through on-site visits within the assigned territory, as well as engaging clients via multiple communication channels to close deals and provide ongoing support. You’ll respond to inquiries with expert product recommendations and guide opportunities through all stages of the sales pipeline using CRM tools, which are also used for forecasting and SIOP planning.

The ideal candidate will bring a sense of urgency, prioritize safety, and work collaboratively across teams to execute sales strategies and uncover new business opportunities, all while maintaining high service standards and growing sales volume.

Responsibilities

Sales

• Generate new leads and prospects
• Build and maintain relationships with clients
• Conduct sales meetings and presentations
• Negotiate and close deals
• Meet or exceed sales targets
• Provide regular sales forecasts and reports
• Identify and capitalize on market trends and opportunities

Account Management

• Manage and grow existing client accounts
• Conduct regular check-ins with clients to ensure satisfaction
• Address and resolve any client concerns or issues
• Identify and pursue upselling and cross selling opportunities
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and successful delivery of products/services to clients

Territory Management

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for assigned territory
• Identify and prioritize key accounts and prospects in territory
• Monitor and analyze market trends and competitor activities in territory
• Plan and manage travel to visit clients and prospects within territory

Product Knowledge

• Maintain a thorough understanding of company’s products and services
• Stay updated on industry trends and developments
• Effectively communicate product features and benefits to clients
• Provide feedback and suggestions for product improvements

Administrative Tasks

• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities and client interactions
• Submit necessary paperwork and reports in a timely manner
• Manage and track expenses related to sales activitiesParticipate in regular team meetings and training sessions.

High Impact Behaviors

• Continuous Professional Development: Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.
• Results Driven Performance: High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field with at least 4 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Basic knowledge of water treatment systems and methods.

Preferred

• Extensive knowledge of water treatment methods including water softening, carbon filtration, reverse osmosis, UV purification, and deionization.

The total target compensation for this position is $100,000 to $160,000(base plus sales incentive). Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical,