Sr. Sales Executive - General Safety

Sgs; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Professional growth opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Sales Executive, Senior CRS to drive global sales of SGS services across assigned channels, including testing, inspection and audits. The role focuses on generating and closing opportunities for large accounts in the US, coordinating with internal teams and affiliates to present capabilities and close deals.

Key responsibilities include developing quotations, negotiating terms, handling RFPs, and maintaining client relationships across time zones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Analytical Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of proven sales success in professional services.
• 2+ years experience in the relevant industry and 2+ years in project/contract management.
• 2+ years of experience in international/multicultural environments.
• Experience in scheduling and planning activities for engagements.

Responsibilities

• Generate and close leads and opportunities for large global accounts according to SGS CRS strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal clients and support teams.
• Present SGS capabilities and close sales with US-based customers.
• Develop quotations and proposals; negotiate terms and conditions.
• Coordinate responses to RFPs and manage formal proposals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Project management

Time management

Global experience

Relationship management

Client interaction

Time zone adaptation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

7+ years sales success

2+ years industry experience

2+ years international experience

Scheduling & planning experience

Job description

The Sales Executive, Senior CRS is responsible for global sales of all SGS services applicable to assigned channels, including but not limited to testing, inspection, and audits.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for generating and closing leads and opportunities within a strategic business unit (SBU) for large global accounts, in accordance to SGS CRS sales strategies and individual targets.
• Builds and maintains an effective and professional relationships and close cooperation with key internal customers and support teams, including client services, global sales, technical and operations.
• Executes sales and offers solutions to US-based customers for domestic opportunities within channels described in primary responsibilities above.
• Visits potential customers to prospect for new business.
• Develop close working relationships with SGS affiliates to fully present SGS capabilities and close sales.
• Develops and issues quotations and proposals, negotiates fees, terms and conditions as necessary.
• Secures appropriate legal documents for client relationship, including non-disclosure agreements, service agreements, and statements of work.
• Works to fully qualify all opportunities for sales to accounts in assigned channels.
• Develops close cooperation with client's service team to insure ease and transparency of client information and requirements.
• Develops sales and marketing plans with sales manager to ensure the achievement of targets.
• Attends industry and trade show events for lead generation and prospecting.
• Performs key sales administrative functions: prepares call reports, pre- and post- tradeshow reports, sales reports, maintenance of all data in Customer Platform SharePoint site, and other reports/presentations as may be required by management.
• Works closely with the business unit managers when responding to a request for proposal (RFP) to inform them of market conditions, pricing issues and the current competition on the program.
• Makes presentations to various groups within the customer's organization when needed.
• Acts as the lead person on preparing the written proposal in response to customer's RFP, coordinates all information from the different disciplines and arranges the formal response.
• Maintains knowledge of the SGS Group network and services.
• Actively promotes the image, capability and integrity of SGS to the account.
• At all times, adopts a safe behavior by exercising applicable health and safety rules and regulations of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS policies and procedures.
• At all times, complies with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct.
• Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent educational background in Analytical Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related field AND Required
• 7+ years demonstrated sales success in professional services Required
• 2+ years of experience in the industry for the relevant business unit (CPCH, EE, HL, or SL), AND 2+ years of project/contract management experience, AND
• 2+ years of experience in international / multi-cultural environments
• Listed above education and experience in combination with direct experience in scheduling and planning

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Willing and able to interact with Client on a regular basis including face-to-face meetings
• Ability to work well independently and adapt quickly to a dynamic environment.
• Ability to multitask, detail oriented with a keen sense of urgency.
• Ability to complete projects and assignments on a timely basis.
• Willing and able to work in a global network operating in various time zones.
• Leadership skills
• Strategic thinking
• Analytical and or Clinical Laboratory skills
• Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements
• Target oriented
• Project Management and organizational skills
• Availability, flexibility and responsiveness
• Strong service-oriented mindset
• Professional, high standards in personal presentation
• Ability to manage relationships under stress

Compensation

The expected salary for this position is $95,000 to $125,000 per year. This range represents the minimum and maximum base salary we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Actual compensation within the range will depend on skills, experience, and qualifications.

Our Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs.
• Wealth: In addition to base pay, we offer 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment).
• Happiness: Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off and family leave

In compliance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, we provide clear and equitable compensation information for all applicants.

Position anticipated to close November 2, 2026.