Technical Sales Representative
About The Position
Premier Global Links LLC is recruiting for a confidential, technology-driven manufacturing company specializing in precision machining and advanced hardware manufacturing. This full-time, on-site role is part of an early-stage go-to-market team and focuses on developing strategic customer relationships, acquiring new business, and connecting major hardware companies with precision manufacturing capabilities. The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing knowledge, commercial drive, and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, procurement teams, and business leaders. The position may be based in El Segundo, California, or Manhattan, New York, and requires on-site work five days per week with no remote workdays. Travel to customer locations and manufacturing facilities is required, primarily on the West Coast. Business trips are typically one to two days and occur several times per month. Relocation assistance is not available. The annual base salary is $115,000–$125,000, with a competitive equity opportunity. No commission-based compensation or sales quota structure is specified. The recruiting firm is an equal opportunity employer; the hiring company is confidential during this recruitment process.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of professional experience in business development, technical sales, or procurement within aerospace, defense, precision machining, OEM, or hardware manufacturing.
- Previous full-time professional work experience in a relevant industry.
- Strong understanding of machining and manufacturing processes, including the ability to interpret part drawings and discuss tolerances and materials.
- Demonstrated ability to prospect for new customers, build relationships, and develop business opportunities.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer relationship management skills.
- U.S. citizenship due to ITAR-related requirements.
- Ability to work on-site five days per week in El Segundo, CA, or Manhattan, NY, and travel to customer and manufacturing sites as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience selling precision machining or manufacturing services to large OEM, aerospace, defense, or advanced hardware companies.
- Experience working in a machine shop, factory, or other hands-on manufacturing environment.
- A track record of developing enterprise accounts, sourcing new business, and closing significant customer opportunities.
- Previous experience at a startup or in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- A bachelor's degree in engineering or another highly technical field.
Responsibilities
- Identify and acquire new OEM customers across aerospace, defense, robotics, drones, satellites, and advanced hardware manufacturing.
- Build and manage a pipeline of qualified RFQs, new accounts, and manufacturing opportunities.
- Develop relationships with engineering, procurement, supply chain, and business development stakeholders.
- Expand existing accounts by identifying new programs, part numbers, and revenue opportunities.
- Understand technical drawings, machining processes, tolerances, and materials to communicate effectively with customers and manufacturing teams.
- Evaluate opportunities based on commercial potential and manufacturing requirements.
- Collaborate with internal teams to improve customer workflows, account management, and the manufacturing procurement process.
- Travel to customer sites and manufacturing facilities, primarily on the West Coast.
Benefits
- Competitive equity opportunity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
