Sales Representative

Intertek • Arlington Heights, IL

3d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of ATIC (Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification) Services, is seeking a Sales Representative to join their Electrical team in Arlington Heights, Illinois. This role will support the Industrial, Home Appliance, and Electronics product testing and certification sector. The Electrical business line at Intertek has over 100 years of expertise in helping clients meet safety, performance, environmental, and quality requirements across various industries. Intertek aims to be a Total Quality Assurance Provider, bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year of prior successful sales experience
• Superior interpersonal and customer service skills
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills and superior presentation skills
• Must be energized and self-motivated and have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel 50% of the time
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record
• Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car, airplane and to perform all clerical functions inherent to the position

Nice To Haves

• Business to business sales experience
• Experience with CRM tools (MS Dynamics / SalesForce / other)
• TIC experience with Industrial, Home Appliance and Electronics product testing and certification

Responsibilities

• Sell Intertek’s services within assigned vertical, account, and territory through effective client research, prospecting, and networking.
• Work with Sales Manager to define and develop territory to increase new and existing sales.
• Spend a minimum of 50% outside interface with new and existing identified target clients.
• Meet with current and prospective customers via client presentations and participation at trade shows.
• Write and follow up on proposals, specify appropriate standards and pricing.
• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Meet all activity targets and log activity into iConnect, as required.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts, as required.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability
• 401(k) with company match
• generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED