Technical Sales Representative (CNC)

Software Placement Group; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Manchester, CT seeks a Technical Sales Representative to bridge hands-on Swiss machining knowledge with customer-focused sales efforts.

The role requires advising customers on tooling and work-holding solutions, evaluating applications, and supporting sales conversations. Travel and trade-show participation are expected components of the position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical sales or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years with Swiss CNC machinery.
• Strong prioritization and teamwork.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Advise customers and internal teams on Swiss machining, tool holding and work holding.
• Evaluate customer applications and recommend products that fit requirements.
• Respond to requests for product information and support sales conversations.
• Stay current on Swiss CNC tooling developments and customer needs.
• Collaborate with customer service and marketing colleagues.
• Represent the business at trade shows as required.

Skills

Technical sales

Swiss CNC

Multi-tasking

Office software

Travel

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Manchester, CT | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A supplier of CNC machinery, Swiss tooling, and machine accessories is seeking a Technical Sales Representative. This role blends hands-on knowledge of Swiss machining with the ability to understand customer needs and recommend the right tooling and work-holding solutions, making it a key link between technical expertise and the sales process.

What you'll do

• Advise customers and internal teams on Swiss machining processes, tool holding, work holding, and machine tooling
• Evaluate customer applications and recommend products that fit their technical requirements
• Respond to requests for product information and support sales conversations with practical machining knowledge
• Stay current on Swiss CNC tooling developments, customer needs, and competing products
• Work closely with customer service and marketing colleagues
• Represent the business at trade shows as required

Required qualifications

• At least three years of technical sales experience or equivalent relevant experience
• At least two years of experience with Swiss CNC machinery
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with a team
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Willingness to travel as required

Preferred qualifications

• Swiss machining tooling industry experience preferred; closely related experience will be considered

Why this role

This position offers the chance to combine deep Swiss machining knowledge with customer-facing sales work, representing the business at trade shows and shaping how customers solve their tooling and work-holding challenges.