Industrial Sales Representative

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLocation: Winona, MN (On-Site)Pay: $65,000–$75,000 per year DOESchedule: Full-Time | Monday–FridayDepartment: Sales & Marketing Build Technical Solutions. Solve Customer Challenges. Grow Your Career. At Thern, we don’t just manufacture lifting and pulling equipment—we help customers solve complex industrial challenges. We’re looking for a Technical Sales Representative who enjoys combining technical knowledge with customer service to deliver innovative solutions. If you have experience in industrial products, manufacturing, engineering support, or technical sales and enjoy working directly with customers to design solutions and manage projects from quote to completion, we’d love to meet you. What You’ll Do: As a Technical Sales Representative, you will serve as a trusted advisor to customers by providing technical expertise, estimating projects, and supporting the sales process from inquiry through installation.Key Responsibilities" * Respond promptly to customer inquiries received by phone, email, website, and other channels. * Build long-term customer relationships through exceptional service and technical support. * Understand customer applications and recommend the best Thern products and solutions. * Review project requirements, specifications, drawings, and timelines. * Develop system designs and recommend appropriate product selections. * Prepare accurate quotations, pricing, and delivery estimates. * Enter customer orders and coordinate production requirements. * Partner with Engineering, Production, and Customer Service to ensure successful project execution. * Track quotations and proactively follow up with customers. * Support projects from order entry through equipment installation. * Provide after-sale technical support and maintain customer satisfaction. * Maintain accurate customer records and account information. * Assist in developing new business opportunities and growing existing accounts. * Troubleshoot equipment issues and assist with parts and repair quotations. * Travel occasionally to customer sites, job sites, and industry trade shows. Qualifications:Required: * Strong customer service and relationship-building skills. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. * Strong math aptitude and attention to detail. * Excellent organizational and time management skills. * Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Ability to read and interpret: * Technical documents * Construction specifications * Mechanical drawings * Architectural drawings * Proficiency with Microsoft Office. * Knowledge of manufacturing and inventory systems. * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.Preferred: * Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Industrial Technology, or related field. * Mechanical or industrial equipment background. * Experience in technical sales, inside sales, applications engineering, estimating, or project coordination. * Knowledge of electric motors, three-phase power, automated controls, or industrial equipment. * Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments. Why Join Thern? * Competitive salary: $65,000–$75,000 DOE * Stable, growing manufacturing company * Collaborative team environment * Opportunity to work on challenging industrial applications * Career growth and advancement opportunities * Comprehensive training * Full benefits package * Paid time off and paid holidays * Retirement plan * Health, dental, and vision insurance Ideal Backgrounds: Candidates with experience in any of the following are encouraged to apply: * Technical Sales Representative * Applications Engineer * Sales Engineer * Industrial Sales Representative * Mechanical Sales * Inside Sales Engineer * Project Engineer * Estimator * Customer Solutions Specialist * Mechanical Engineer * Manufacturing Sales * Industrial Equipment Sales * Automation Sales * Engineering Support * Industrial Customer Service Apply Today! If you’re looking for a career where you can combine technical expertise with customer relationships while helping solve real-world industrial challenges, we encourage you to apply today.EEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.