Technical Sales Representative

Pentair • Cincinnati, OH

109d • $79,500 - $162,400

About The Position

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people to move, improve and enjoy life’s essential resources for happier, healthier lives. From our residential and business water solutions to our sustainable innovations and applications, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world. We have an opportunity for a Technical Sales Representative to join our Pleatco Filtration North America sales team covering the Great Lakes region. This business is an industry leading designer and manufacturer of replacement cartridge filters, pleated bags and fabric filters, specifically designed for OEM dust collectors, bag houses and dry process systems. You will identify, develop, and grow key accounts, as well as identify new accounts, by understanding client requirements, designing solutions, and articulating the value of Pentair’s products, solutions, and technologies. Ideal candidates will live anywhere in the region, which includes MN, WI, MI, IL, IN, KY, OH, & PA. #LI-Remote

Requirements

• Have earned a Bachelor’s (B.A. or B.S.) degree. Engineering degree preferred.
• Have 3-5 years of relevant experience and a strong industrial sales aptitude, including ability to understand customer needs and requirements, identify solutions, build long-term dynamic relationships, and driven to find new markets, channels, and/or accounts.
• Strong technical aptitude, including ability to understand and interpret mechanical systems (processing, filtration, etc).
• Knowledge of or experience with dust collection or industrial filtration technology a plus.
• Excellent presentation skills, including experience presenting technical product information and/or training.
• Team-oriented attitude and excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales revenue of established accounts, as well as target new business opportunities with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and distributor partners through the development of key personal relationships and technical sales presentations/demonstrations.
• Develop and utilize a strong technical understanding of our products across the entire professional channel / portfolio to address new and existing customer needs and promote brand awareness and preference, including making technical presentations.
• Work with OEMs and internal teams to bring ideas and innovation together to develop new solutions, grow market share and penetrate new markets.
• Utilize an understanding of market trends to develop sales tools & account plans to achieve and exceed the sales targets & goals.
• Partner with internal teams in the bid & proposal process and clearly understand all customer needs and expectations. This may include negotiating terms and conditions.
• Provide feedback for innovation, Voice of the Customer (VoC), capture market & industry trends, and competition intel and customer purchasing strategies to develop new solutions, grow market share, and penetrate new markets.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Generous 401(k)
• Employee stock purchase program
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Caregiver leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs to encourage a healthy work/life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees