Senior Technical Sales Specialist, Electrical Solutions

CSS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Specialist - Technical Sales to drive large projects and grow specialized product lines. You will lead pre- and post-sales support, deliver demonstrations, and work with the Sales team to close opportunities.

Requires 3+ years electrical industry experience, 5+ years sales experience, and strong communication and computer skills; travel up to 50% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering or business.
• 3+ years electrical industry experience in manufacturing or distribution.
• 5+ years sales experience in related industry advised.
• Excellent communication and strong computer skills required.
• Travel up to 25%–50% expected.

Responsibilities

• Calls on clients and representatives to promote technical products or services.
• Provides technical services related to specified products.
• Researches customer needs and demonstrates technology solutions.
• Gathers and shares technical information with customers.
• First line of pre/post technical sales support for sales teams.
• Leads joint sales calls with customers and prospects.
• Maintains relationships with vendor product managers and selling resources.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong computer skills

Education

High School Degree or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering or Business preferred

Job description

CSS in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Specialist - Technical Sales to drive large projects and grow specialized product lines. You will lead pre- and post-sales support, deliver demonstrations, and work with the Sales team to close opportunities.

Requires 3+ years electrical industry experience, 5+ years sales experience, and strong communication and computer skills; travel up to 50% is expected.