Engineering Sales Associate - Power Systems
About The Position
The Engineering Sales Associate – Power Systems works under the direction of experienced personnel to develop product knowledge, customer relationship techniques, and leadership skills. The role involves analyzing market trends and customer needs, identifying new business opportunities, presenting sales proposals, negotiating contracts, meeting and exceeding sales targets, and increasing customer retention. The position is based in Manassas, Virginia, and includes travel throughout Carter’s territory. During the training period, the associate must be willing to work out of town up to 75% of the time and be open to the possibility of relocating within Carter’s territory. The role promotes a positive customer experience and upholds Carter’s Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way. Starting compensation is listed as $73,000–$95,000 per year; actual base pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other business considerations. Additional compensation may include performance-based incentives and overtime eligibility depending on the role.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent sales and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Excellent driving record.
- Willingness to travel throughout Carter’s territory and work out of town up to 75% of the time during the training period.
- Openness to the possibility of relocation within Carter’s territory.
Nice To Haves
- Electrical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
- Previous sales or engineering experience through co-ops, internships, part-time jobs, or full-time jobs preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop product knowledge, customer relationship techniques, and leadership skills under the direction of experienced personnel.
- Analyze market trends and customer needs.
- Identify new business opportunities.
- Present sales proposals and negotiate contracts.
- Meet and exceed sales targets.
- Increase customer retention.
- Promote a positive customer experience.
- Uphold Carter’s Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.
- Travel throughout Carter’s territory and work out of town up to 75% of the time during the training period.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) with a $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
- Life and disability insurance.
- In-house training instructors and programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee referral bonus program.
- Tool allowances and tool loans.
- Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles.
- Opportunities for overtime.
- Shift differential, if applicable.
- Performance-based incentive programs may be included in the compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
