Technical Sales Specialist (Switchgear Inventory Sales)
About The Position
The Technical Sales Specialist serves as the primary resource for the switchgear stock sales program, partnering with Sales, Inventory Management, suppliers, and internal teams to identify and execute opportunities. This customer-facing position provides pre- and post-sales technical support, pricing, product availability, sourcing information, and product expertise to support the commercial and technical sales process. The specialist helps the sales team deliver customer solutions, while Sales remains responsible for quoting, commercial decisions, order entry, and ongoing customer communication.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent required.
- Three or more years of sales experience in a related industry.
- Strong computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business preferred.
- One or more years of electrical industry experience as a manufacturer or distributor preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical services to clients relating to specified products.
- Make sales contacts, research customer needs, and provide product and application information, including demonstrating technology solutions to customers.
- Gather, analyze, and share technical information and solutions with internal and external customers.
- Serve as the first line of pre- and post-sales technical support for sales teams.
- Develop expertise in specified product groups.
- Participate in joint sales calls with customers and prospects.
- Participate in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in product and complementary product areas.
- Understand market conditions and competitive forces.
- Promote assigned value-added products in competitive situations.
- Participate in marketing and promotion programs and product launches from product businesses.
- Maintain excellent relationships with vendor product managers and other selling resources.
- Monitor inventory levels and identify components requiring replenishment.
Benefits
- Paid time off may be available for eligible employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage may be available for eligible employees.
- Retirement savings plans may be available for eligible employees.
- Eligible positions may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan.
- Certain sales roles may include additional compensation through a commission structure based on sales results.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
