Technical Sales Manager | Bay Area Hybrid, Semiconductors

LHH

Milpitas (CA)

Hybrid

USD 115,000 - 145,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

LHH Recruitment is seeking a driven Technical Sales Manager to lead account management and business development across the Bay Area in California. This role combines strategic territory planning with hands-on technical selling of advanced manufacturing and industrial solutions.

Based in Milpitas, CA with a hybrid schedule, you will travel to meet clients, demonstrate products, and close deals while building long-term partnerships with engineers, operations leaders, and procurement teams.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of B2B outside sales experience selling technical products, equipment, services, or solutions.
Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales quotas and revenue targets.
Experience managing a geographic territory and developing new business opportunities.
Strong consultative selling, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to travel regularly throughout Southern California to meet with customers and prospects.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a territory growth strategy to drive revenue and market share across Southern California.
Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities within semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, electronics, OEM, and related technical industries.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, engineers, procurement teams, operations leaders, and executive stakeholders.
Conduct onsite client visits, presentations, product demonstrations, and technical sales discussions.
Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through closing and ongoing account management.
Collaborate with internal engineering, operations, and customer support teams to develop customized solutions that meet customer requirements.
Maintain an active pipeline of opportunities and provide regular forecasting and territory updates.
Attend industry trade shows, networking events, and customer meetings to increase market presence and generate leads.
Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging technologies within the territory.
Utilize CRM tools to track activity, maintain customer records, and manage sales performance metrics.