Sales Engineer
Location: Smyrna, GA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: Openwork
Salary: 60000
Category: Marketing / Communications
Job Description Apply Now
The Sales Engineer role is a dynamic position that blends technical expertise with strategic sales acumen to drive business growth and customer satisfaction. As a Sales Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing and managing sales strategies, supporting order fulfillment, and ensuring that customer needs are met in alignment with defined corporate objectives. This is a full-time opportunity for professionals seeking to leverage their technical background and sales experience in a challenging and rewarding environment.
Our company is committed to facilitating a collaborative and innovative workplace, where employees are empowered to develop their careers while contributing to the achievement of organizational goals. As a Sales Engineer, you will be instrumental in identifying new business opportunities, analyzing market trends, and maintaining strong relationships with clients, dealers, and distributors. This position offers the chance to work closely with multiple departments, including manufacturing, headquarters, and product development teams, ensuring cohesive efforts towards shared targets.
Key responsibilities of the Sales Engineer include providing input and direction for strategic sales planning, forecasting sales activities, and setting performance goals. You will review market analyses, determine customer needs, and develop pricing strategies. As a representative of the company, you will attend trade association meetings, deliver presentations to clients and prospects, and negotiate sales agreements. Your role will involve coordinating with various internal teams to facilitate order fulfillment and providing comprehensive sales reports that highlight growth areas and expansion opportunities.
The ideal candidate possesses a blend of analytical skills, project management capabilities, and technical proficiency. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as you will need to effectively collaborate with both internal teams and external partners. The role also requires proficiency in a range of software tools, including CRM systems, project management applications, and standard office productivity software. A commitment to continuous learning and process improvement is highly valued, as is the ability to adapt to changing market conditions and client requirements.
This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Five or more years of related experience in sales engineering or a similar technical sales role are preferred. The Sales Engineer must be skilled in analyzing and interpreting business data, preparing detailed reports, and presenting findings to stakeholders at all levels. The role involves significant travel, exceeding 60%, to meet with clients, attend industry events, and support sales initiatives.
If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for sales and technology, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Sales Engineer opportunity. Join our team and contribute to a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence. Click the application button to take the next step in your career and be part of a forward-thinking organization that has been a trusted leader in staffing and workforce solutions for over five decades.
Sales Engineer - Summary- Full-time role blending technical knowledge and sales expertise
- Focus on strategic sales, customer relationship management, and order fulfillment
- Significant opportunity for professional growth within a respected industry leader
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans aligned with corporate objectives
- Forecast sales activities and establish performance goals
- Analyze market trends to identify customer needs and competitive positioning
- Advise clients, dealers, and distributors on sales strategies and advertising techniques
- Deliver compelling sales presentations and negotiate agreements
- Coordinate with internal teams for seamless order fulfillment
- Prepare detailed sales reports and recommend client base expansion initiatives
- Support product research and development by providing market feedback
- Monitor and evaluate competitor activities and products
- Attend trade association meetings to promote company products
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development
- Access to a supportive and collaborative team environment
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Five or more years of related experience in sales engineering or a technical sales role preferred
- Proficiency in business and technical software, including CRM, project management, and productivity tools
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to interpret business data, prepare reports, and present findings
- High level of travel commitment, exceeding 60% of work time
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic business environments and client needs
- Results-driven professional with a passion for technical sales
- Excellent problem-solving and project management abilities
- Adept at building and maintaining client relationships
- Effective communicator, both written and verbal
- Collaborative team player with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement
- Motivated to contribute to company success and client satisfaction
- Our company is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
- Our legacy includes over 50 years of industry leadership and innovation
- Candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button for prompt consideration