Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Technical Sales Account Manager

Amphenol

Technical Sales Account Manager

Purpose:
The Technical Sales Account Manager is a customer-facing sales and technical advisor responsible for growing revenue, expanding strategic relationships, and identifying new business opportunities across assigned accounts and territories. This role partners with OEMs, resellers, integrators, and end customers to understand business and technical needs, position solutions effectively, and deliver a strong customer experience from discovery through post-sale follow-up.

The ideal candidate combines consultative selling, technical curiosity, disciplined pipeline management, and strong cross-functional collaboration to help customers solve connectivity, RF, IoT, and wireless networking challenges.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Own and achieve assigned sales targets by developing existing accounts and creating new revenue opportunities across assigned customers and territories.
  • Build trusted relationships with OEMs, resellers, integrators, service partners, and end customers by understanding their technical requirements, business priorities, and buying processes.
  • Develop, manage, and progress a healthy pipeline of qualified opportunities through disciplined prospecting, account planning, forecasting, and follow-up.
  • Create and execute strategic account plans that identify growth opportunities, key stakeholders, competitive dynamics, and actions required to expand account penetration.
  • Lead consultative sales conversations, product demonstrations, presentations, proposals, and responses to RFIs, RFPs, and related customer requests.
  • Clearly communicate the company's value proposition and recommend solutions that align with customer needs, technical requirements, and commercial objectives.
  • Partner with Sales, Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, and leadership teams to coordinate customer requirements, solution positioning, and execution support.
  • Provide market, customer, and competitive feedback to Product Management and Engineering to help inform roadmap priorities and product enhancements.
  • Maintain accurate account, opportunity, activity, and forecast information in Salesforce and other required business systems.
  • Prepare sales reports, business updates, and customer communications as needed to support performance visibility and decision-making.
  • Support contract discussions and commercial negotiations in partnership with sales leadership and other internal stakeholders.
  • Represent the company at customer meetings, trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
  • Stay current on company products, wireless industry trends, competitive offerings, and customer use cases to support effective selling and customer engagement.
  • Follow up with customers to support satisfaction, adoption, renewal potential, and long-term relationship growth.
  • Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.
Physical Requirements
  • Regularly uses a keyboard to interact with computer system
  • Regularly stands for extended periods of time
  • Regularly proofreads and/or reviews documents
  • Regularly communicates verbally and in writing
  • Travel up to 50% per month
  • Regularly lifts over 25 lbs
Skills and Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Two or more years of professional experience in technical roles, including engineering, product management, RF/network engineering, telecom, wireless, IoT, or a related technical environment.
  • Experience designing, specifying, selling, or supporting RF hardware or wireless connectivity solutions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical managers, engineers, directors, executives, channel partners, and customer decision-makers.
  • Working knowledge of wireless technologies such as 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, RF hardware, GNSS, routers, modems, access points, wireless sensors, or related connectivity solutions.
  • Ability to generate and follow up on sales leads from marketing campaigns, trade shows, channel activity, referrals, and targeted outbound prospecting.
    Preferred Qualifications
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Salesforce, internet research, AI tools, virtual collaboration tools, and accurate CRM documentation.
  • Strong verbal, written, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
  • Comfortable working independently in a remote environment while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
  • Organized, accountable, and disciplined in pipeline management, forecasting, follow-through, and customer communication.

Success in this role is measured by achievement of assigned revenue and margin targets, growth of qualified pipeline, forecast accuracy, customer retention and expansion, timely use of sales systems, and effective coordination with internal teams to advance customer opportunities.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Vacancy posted 22 hours ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Technical Sales Account Manager in Bloomingdale, IL vacancy
  • $114.2k - $171.4k

     ...INCProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing & Product ManagementJob...  ...s Service Business, you will manage and grow a services portfolio...  ..., business development, technical product management, and proposal...  ...to identify high‑potential accounts, strengthen long‑term... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Hitachi

    Schaumburg, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Inside Sales Account Manager Nagase America LLC is a global leader in innovative products and solutions through expertise in chemicals, plastics, electronics, automotive and life sciences. Founded 1832, NAGASE Group now has 114 group companies, spanning over 32 countries... 
    Suggested
    Worldwide

    Lucas James Talent Partners

    Itasca, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $19.25 per hour

    Inside Sales Account Manager You're the heart of Connection. A people person who loves to help, listen, and learn. Join our team of experts...  ...to keep up to date on the ever-changing tech world. ~ Technical experts available to assist in closing sales. ~ We will train... 
    Suggested
    Base plus commission
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Monday to Friday

    Connection

    Schaumburg, IL
    2 days ago
  • $52k - $62k

     ...Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales! SunSource and its family of companies represent...  ...Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development Program GO2 is...  ...real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions Work alongside... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Traineeship
    Internship
    Relocation
    Flexible hours

    SunSource

    Addison, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $52k - $62k

     ...Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!SunSource and its family of companies represent...  ....Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development ProgramGO2 is our 1...  ...real-world customer problems through technical and product solutionsWork alongside experienced... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Traineeship
    Internship
    Relocation
    Flexible hours

    SunSource

    Addison, IL
    4 days ago
  • $50k - $65k

     ...Grow Our Own (GO2) Industrial Sales Development Program SunSource and its family...  ...program, you'll transition into a full-time Account Manager role, managing your own sales territory...  ...application training from experienced technical and sales professionals Work... 
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Traineeship
    Summer work
    Internship
    Relocation
    Relocation package
    Night shift

    SunSource

    Addison, IL
    2 days ago
  • $90k - $150k

    Technical Sales Manager, BeverageAt Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market...  ...-driven approach to developing new business and winning accounts.Proven ability to position technical, value-added solutions... 
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Relocation
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa
    Relocation package

    Sensient Technologies

    Hoffman Estates, IL
    1 day ago
  •  ...Resources of Illinois is seeking an Industrial Account Manager to support and grow customer...  ...territories. Your expertise will include technical product recommendations and account development...  ...2 years of experience in industrial sales, excellent communication skills, and a... 

    Corporate Resources

    Itasca, IL
    3 days ago
  • $50k - $70k

     ...Outside Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding Industry Looking to jumpstart your sales...  ...close deals anytime, anywhere Expense account: Take your clients to lunch and build strong...  ...(CRM) to track client's information, manage your sales pipeline, and measure success... 
    Work at office
    Worldwide
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work

    OEC Group

    Itasca, IL
    1 day ago
  • $53.57k - $66.96k

     ...a part of our team! Position Responsibilities: Achieve sales goals within assigned timeframes that meet monthly business objectives...  ...date standards Plan and conduct regular sales visits to accounts Manage accurate inventory levels to minimize out-of-stock and out-of... 
    Full time
    Local area
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work

    Reyes Holdings

    Lombard, IL
    3 days ago
  • $60k - $70k

     ...Sales Account Executive – Staffing This Sales Account Executive – Staffing position is an exciting hunter role in which you'll sell our staffing and recruiting services to businesses across various industries. You'll focus on developing new business, building lasting... 
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    The LaSalle Network Inc

    Schaumburg, IL
    2 days ago
  • $80k - $100k

     ...Outside Sales Executive - Freight Forwarding Industry Are you a dynamic sales professional...  ...close deals anytime, anywhere Expense account: Take your clients to lunch and build...  ...(CRM) to track client's information, manage your sales pipeline, and measure success... 
    Work at office
    Worldwide
    Monday to Friday
    Shift work

    OEC Group

    Itasca, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $60k - $70k

     ...growth, competition, and the chance to make a measurable impact, there's never been a better time to join LaSalle Network as a Sales Account Executive - Staffing. This Sales Account Executive - Staffing position is an exciting hunter role in which you'll sell... 
    Temporary work
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    The LaSalle Group

    Schaumburg, IL
    18 hours ago
  •  ...Supply Chain team, the Category Manager will lead, develop and...  ...support production and after sales processes.Partnering with Operations...  ...leadership ability, technical knowledge of professional procurement...  ...advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care... 
    Full time
    Contract work

    Marmon Holdings

    Carol Stream, IL
    1 day ago
  • $127k

     ...ABOUT THIS ROLE ACME is hiring two Strategic Sales Account Managers simultaneously - one focused on the Industrial lane and one...  ...at the OEM and prime level. The right candidate brings technical credibility - they can talk about machining, tolerances, materials... 
    Permanent employment
    Contract work

    Acme Industries

    Elk Grove Village, IL
    3 days ago
  • $94.3k - $140.87k

     ...Partnerships is responsible for developing and managing executive-level relationships with...  ...and market expansion ~Create and execute account plans for key private equity firms and strategic...  ...initiatives ~Collaborate with Territory Sales Managers, Marketing, Customer Experience,... 
    For contractors
    Casual work

    Parts Town

    Addison, IL
    2 days ago
  •  ...- Global Transport and Logistics in the USA seeks a Global Account Director to manage and grow a portfolio of key global accounts in the transportation...  .... This full-time position reports to the Vice President of Sales. A Bachelor's degree in business or logistics is required,... 
    Full time

    DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

    Itasca, IL
    2 days ago
  •  ...Key Account Manager - PCB (Hybrid - Outside Sales) Brighton Solutions is a leader in Engineering, Technology and Sales & Marketing Search. We are excited...  ...with at least 5 years of experience in a technical environment: PCB / Printed Circuit Boards, Semiconductor... 

    Brighton Solutions, Inc

    Schaumburg, IL
    3 days ago
  •  ...Job Description Job Description The hiring company is seeking a qualified sales account manager to help sell the products and services that customers have grown to rely on. The account manager is responsible for overseeing the sale of products or services from beginning... 

    United Career Fairs

    Glen Ellyn, IL
    3 days ago
  • Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Chicago is seeking an Outside Sales & Business Development Manager to generate new business and secure long-term contract opportunities within the Chicagoland area. The role blends direct sales with strategic partnerships and is rooted in a... 
    Long term contract
    Full time
    Contract work

    Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Chicago

    Glen Ellyn, IL
    4 days ago
  •  ...offers the opportunity to provide customized and exceptional client service? Yellowstone Landscape is now hiring a management and sales professional. As an  Account Manager , you will play an instrumental role in the connection between Yellowstone Landscape and existing as... 
    Weekly pay
    Contract work
    Immediate start

    Yellowstone Landscape Group

    Roselle, IL
    4 days ago
  • $105k - $135k

     ...Title: Category Manager Location: United States-Illinois-Wood Dale Job Number: 18575 A Category Manager in Procurement at AAR is responsible for owning one or multiple procurement categories from end to end. These end-to-end ownership responsibilities include... 
    Contract work
    Work at office
    Relocation

    AAR

    Wood Dale, IL
    1 day ago
  • Sensient Technologies in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking a Technical Sales Manager for the Beverage sector. You will leverage a scientific background to support our value-added flavors portfolio with U.S. customers, translating technical insights into sales opportunities... 

    Agricultural Ingredients N. America

    Hoffman Estates, IL
    5 days ago
  • $50k - $100k

     ...Job Description: The Crunch Manager will ensure the members receive the highest quality...  ...highest possible caliber of staff. Sales/Revenue Management Demonstrate...  ...functions of Fitness, Sales and Marketing, Accounting, Information Technology. Support... 

    Crunch Fitness

    Schaumburg, IL
    5 days ago
  • $150k - $220k

     ...Division: Air & Sea Job Posting Title: Global Account Director, Consumer Time Type: Full...  ...relationships that typically go beyond the sale of a single point solution. This position...  ...business and identifying the top opportunities.Managing named global Consumer accounts, in... 
    Contract work
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Local area

    DSV

    Itasca, IL
    4 days ago
  • $25 - $29 per hour

     ...days per week during designated work hours.Position OverviewThe Account Manager II is pivotal in resolving client payroll and HR system...  ...fostering exceptional customer relationships through fundamental technical expertise. The Account Manager II delivers outstanding... 
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Worldwide

    Paylocity

    Schaumburg, IL
    3 days ago
  • $145k - $150k

     ...Division: Air & Sea Job Posting Title: Global Account Director, Healthcare Time Type: Full...  ...relationships that typically go beyond the sale of a single point solution. This position...  ...and identifying the top opportunities.Managing named global Healthcare accounts, in accordance... 
    Contract work
    Local area
    Immediate start

    DSV

    Itasca, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $140k - $160k

     ...DescriptionIFS North America seeks a Strategic Account Executive with a passion for selling...  ..., Visioning and Presentations, Project Management, Negotiation and Closing Business....  ...ResponsibilitiesGenerate revenue from subscription license sales, service sales and maintenance... 
    For contractors
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    IFS

    Itasca, IL
    18 hours ago
  • $140k - $160k

     ...infrastructure.We have an opening for an Account Executive to develop and execute a go-to market sales strategy for established...  ...IFS Copperleaf team (e.g. Technical Sales, Sales Leadership, Marketing...  ...to enable flexibility for managing your life along with ensuring a... 
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Remote work
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    IFS

    Itasca, IL
    3 days ago
  • $150k - $160k

     ...Team Purple. Join IFS.Job DescriptionAs one of Copperleaf’s Account Managers you will be assigned customer accounts and drive the identification...  ...“deal team” to support both solution definition and sales process executionChampion the needs of your customer and your... 
    For contractors
    Work at office
    Local area
    Remote work
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    IFS

    Itasca, IL
    1 day ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Technical Sales Account Manager. Be the first to apply!