Technical Education Sales Specialist (Nashville)

Vontier Corporation; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses/incentives (depending)

Medical, dental, vision, life benefits

401k with company match

Hybrid work environment (2 days remote

Paid time off (vacation and holidays)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Gym on site

Job summary

Matco Tools in Nashville, TN is seeking a results-driven Sales Representative to drive revenue and build brand loyalty across technical education and commercial accounts. You will present to administrators, instructors, and students, close sales, and provide exceptional customer service while maintaining Matco Tools showrooms at key locations.

You will work with the Business Development Manager and senior leadership to execute sales and marketing strategies, manage on-site promotions, and

Qualifications

• High-energy, people-oriented with a sales mindset.
• 1–3 years of sales experience and ability to close deals.
• Strong customer engagement with administrators, instructors, and students.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for varied audiences.
• Proactive time management and organization across multiple accounts.
• Accurate quotes, orders, and credit transactions processing.
• Willingness to travel between campuses within the territory.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Basic knowledge of automotive tools preferred.
• High school diploma required; college degree in Business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and develop sales revenue at assigned accounts.
• Foster ongoing customer engagement and brand loyalty in Nashville area.
• Deliver one-on-one and classroom presentations; close sales and provide customer service.
• Manage on-site merchandising and showroom appearance at key accounts.
• Maintain regular contact with staff and students at accounts.
• Coordinate localized sales promotions to boost exposure and meet goals.
• Produce quotes, process orders, and handle transactions.
• Manage consignment inventory and display budgets for events.
• Collaborate with Business Development Manager on sales strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer engagement

Presentation skills

Time management

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Merchandising

Travel flexibility

Education

High school diploma; college degree preferred in Business

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Sales Representative for Matco Tools in the Nashville, TN area, you will drive sales and build brand loyalty by engaging with administrators, instructors, and students at key technical education and commercial accounts. Your role includes delivering presentations, closing sales, and providing exceptional customer service. You will manage on-site merchandising and maintain the professional appearance of a Matco Tools showroom at a key customer location, while regularly connecting with customers to ensure satisfaction. Additionally, you will coordinate localized sales promotions to boost product exposure and meet sales goals at customer multiple customer locations throughout the territory. Responsibilities also include producing quotes, processing orders, handling transactions accurately, managing consignment inventory, and maintaining an organized environment. You will work closely with the Business Development Manager and senior leadership to execute effective sales and marketing strategies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Acquire and develop sales revenue at assigned strategic technical education and commercial accounts
• Continue to foster customer engagement and brand loyalty with administrators, instructors, and students through in-person activity at the assigned key account locations in the Nashville, TN area.
• Make one-on-one and classroom presentations, provide information, close sales and perform customer service to all prospective customers at assigned locations.
• Management of on-site merchandising, product displays, and professional appearance of Matco Tools kiosk at primary key account.
• Regularly scheduled contact with staff/students at assigned key accounts using the on-site Matco Tools kiosk and in classroom settings.
• Manage localized sales promotions as well as motorsports activity events to drive exposure and meet/exceed planned results at assigned locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce quotes, close sales, and enter orders using current methods and systems.
• Full responsibility for customer credit card, and transactional accuracy.
• Timely and effective personal follow up on all RFQs.
• Provide easy on-site accessibility for students and administrators on a schedule that is mutually agreeable to the customer and the Matco Tools Business Development Manager.
• Consignment and budget product management responsibility and accountability for all products provided for display, promotions, trade shows, special events, and other product demonstrations.
• Maintain 5S-workplace environment in Matco Tools kiosks and at customer events.
• Participate in development and effective execution of both short- and long-term sales and marketing strategies with the Business Development Manager, Key Accounts, and/or Sr. Manager of Commercial Sales.

WHO YOU ARE (Qualifications)

• Personality & Drive: High-energy, people-oriented with a strong sales mentality driven by commission incentives.
• Sales Experience (1-3 years): Ability to close deals and drive sales revenue in a sales environment.
• Customer Engagement: Skilled in building rapport with administrators, instructors, and students through in-person visits.
• Presentation & Communication Skills: Comfortable and effective in delivering one-on-one and classroom presentations to varied audiences. Excellent communicator.
• Time Management & Personal Organization: Proactive and efficient in managing multiple accounts, while working to acquire new business.
• Order Processing & Transaction Accuracy: Proficient in producing quotes, entering orders, and handling credit transactions accurately.
• Follow-up & Customer Service: Diligent in timely and effective follow-up on RFQs and customer inquiries.
• Travel Flexibility: Able to travel between campuses within assigned territory.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Merchandising & Visual Display Management: Ability to manage on-site merchandising, product displays, and maintain inventory appearance.
• Sales Promotions & Event Coordination: Capable of organizing and managing localized sales promotions and motorsports events.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Responsible for consignment product management and budget accountability for displays and events.
• Collaboration & Strategic Planning: Works with management to develop and execute short- and long-term sales/marketing strategies.
• Industry Knowledge: Basic knowledge of automotive tools or industry preferred.
• Education: High school diploma required; college degree preferred in Business.

Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 120 hours, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays) per year and paid sick leave.*

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

WHO IS MATCO

Matco Tools, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vontier Corporation, is a distributor of quality professional automotive equipment, tools, and toolboxes. Matco began operation in 1946 and, since 1979, has sold products directly to professional mechanics, enthusiasts, and those who value quality tools through a network of independent franchised mobile distributors who operate in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Products are also sold to central purchasing operations and other institutional customers through industrial sales representatives and via the internet. Matco is a franchising company, a distribution company, a financing company, a manufacturer of industry leading toolboxes, and a leading supplier of automotive technology solutions employing approximately 600 associates in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. For more information on Matco Tools, visit www.matcotools.com .

BENEFITS

• Annual bonuses/incentives (depending on position)
• Immediate company benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)
• 401k with company match
• 401k defined contribution after 1 year of service
• High level of employee engagement
• Walking path and gym equipment onsite
• Food trucks on site during the summer
• Dress for your day - every day casual/jeans
• Employee discounts
• 15 days vacation + 4 floating holidays + 8 paid holidays
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan payment assistance
• Hybrid work environment (2 days remote)
• Annual Day of Caring for employees to volunteer
• Discounts on tools
• Annual team building events

WHO IS VONTIER

Vontier(NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity,automationand multi-energy technologies.

Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry.

With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com

At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.

Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Join our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.

Together, let’s power the way the world moves!

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"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."