Field Sales Representative-Launch | 2027 Early Career Program - Chicago, IL

Field Sales Representative-Launch | 2027 Early Career Program - Chicago, IL Job Category : Field Sales Representatives Requisition Number : FIELD006020 Posted : September 25, 2026 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location TTI Illinois 915 National Pkwy Ste. 915-30 Schaumburg, IL 60173, USA As part of the TTI Inc. Career Launch Program, the Field Sales Representative (Launch) will attend and participate in an intensive training program to gain knowledge through classroom and practical hands‑on application in the Corporate office (North Fort Worth, TX). After completion of the program, the Field Sales Representative (Launch) will transition into the Sales organization and be based in one of our branch office locations. The Field Sales Representative (Launch) sells company products and services to assigned customers in territory. Responsibilities include three primary objectives; creating sales, defending sales, and penetrating sales, for existing and potential customers. Headquartered in Fort Worth, TX, TTI, Inc. is the world’s leading authorized distributor of passive, connector, electromechanical, and discrete components. Celebrating more than 50 years, this Berkshire Hathaway company is ever‑growing and has over 100 locations in North America, Europe, and Asia! Join a winning team in a growing global organization! Our Field Sales Representatives Team: Sells company products and services by generating leads and calling on assigned customer accounts, delivering samples, product line cards and sales literature to customers and prospective customers resulting established relationships and winning product orders to achieving sales objectives. Establishes and maintains effective business rapport with customer’s purchasing and management staff by ensuring all aspects of transactions are handled in a professional, ethical, and timely manner resulting in TTI being viewed as the distributor of choice and getting the first call on the business. Pursues new business leads by using all the resources available including reps, trade shows, networking, manufacturers, internet, and TTI Internal resources to penetrate and secure new business resulting in expanding the customer base and potential sale. Facilitate follow‑thru on every level of the sales cycle by keeping touch with the customer, inside sales, manufacturers, sample request, quotes and make sure that everything is complete, timely and is meeting customer expectations. Attend quarterly business reviews (QBR) with the suppliers as well as regular meetings with internal management, to understand the business outlook and opportunities. Ensures timeliness of price quotes are meeting the customer’s deadlines by working with appropriate TTI personnel to gather accurate product and delivery information ensuring the solution for the customer and the highest profitability for TTI. Increases customer account coverage by working closely with Account Representatives to ensure the customer receives the highest level of customer service and support. Works with the customer’s buyers, purchasing and engineering staff on projects and designs by offering value added services to ascertain future business. Strategize with company management on large customer quotes to negotiate price and delivery terms to offer the best deal for the customer and win the business, while making the most profit for TTI. Negotiates special pricing from suppliers by exposing business opportunities during the quote process, to offer the best deal for the customer and win the business. Answers and resolves all customer questions, problems, and complaints by responding to the contact, resolving the issue of concern, and following through in a timely manner to provide the highest level of service available. Entertains customers in the normal course of business, to aid in negotiations and/or to show appreciation of business, by hosting a lunch/dinner when appropriate. Maintains market awareness on competitor activities, industry tends and new concepts by reading industry periodicals, networking, attending periodic update training events and trade shows which will ensure that the rep current on industry knowledge to aid in making informed decisions and adding value. Reports daily itinerary to branch management by submitting details on appointments such as: who is being visited (customer), what is the topic of the visit, when and where the appointment is to take place, so that customer activity and effectiveness can be tracked. Participates in the TTI Total Quality Program by supporting the importance of quality; ensuring that defined processes are being followed, proofing orders and company documents for errors, and identifying the areas of process improvement in everyday transactions. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with 0 to 2 years of experience in sales, customer service, or a related field (internship experience accepted). Candidates must have graduated from a bachelor’s degree program within the past two years of the start of the Launch program. What we look for: Possesses thorough knowledge and understanding of sales, purchasing, product, vendors, warehousing, branch operations and systems. Exhibits exceptional knowledge of company products and services. Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills. Exhibits strong analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills. Must be organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Ability to present complex topics effectively to senior management, public groups and boards of directors. Strong analytical skills (able to calculate discounts, interests, commissions, proportions and percentages). Ability to write reports, business correspondence, articles and presentations proficiently and professionally. Reads, analyzes and interprets business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Able to work with minimum supervision and make responsible, independent decisions. Possesses working knowledge of company policies, procedures and computer systems. Must possess a valid Driver’s License, safe driving record and be insurable by the Companies’ liability carrier. Requires some travel, amount varies depending on territory assigned. Ability to type 40 words per minute. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) at a basic level required. Must be able to carry up to 10 lbs. without assistance. Must be able to travel locally and domestically up to 50% as needed to visit branches, customers and partners . Due to the 4-month duration of the program, 100% attendance is expected to help trainees maximize their learning experience, fully engage in key projects, and make a meaningful impact on their team and the organization. This is a summary of the primary accountabilities and requirements for this position. The company reserves the right to modify or amend accountabilities and requirements at anytime at its sole discretion based on business needs. Any part of this job description is subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To perform the position, you must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Only candidates authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Total compensation for this position is a combination of base plus target incentive. Base pay is $55,000. A good faith, reasonable estimate of On-Target-Earnings (OTE) for this vacant role is $75,000 to $90,000. The actual total compensation offered to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, licensure, certifications or other business and organizational needs. The pay ratio between base pay and incentive target will be finalized at offer. Please note, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. TTI also offers a comprehensive benefits package including two CDHP plans and a PPO plan for medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability coverages, and paid parental leave. HSA and FSA offerings are available depending on the type of medical plan selected. Also, TTI offers a Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with matching contributions and a wide variety of other benefits including tuition reimbursement plan, vacation, fixed and floating holidays, PTO or sick time, bereavement, jury duty, and an employee assistance plan. A more detailed description of our benefit offerings can be found at: Benefits & Culture | TTI, Inc. This will be posted for a minimum of 5 days. What we offer our team members: A great benefits package that includes (but is not limited to) Medical/ Dental/ Vision, 401(k)/Roth plan with matching, and Healthcare Savings Accounts. Educational Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement). Ongoing training throughout your employment with opportunities to participate in professional and personal development programs. A strong focus on giving back to our communities through philanthropic opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Connected Development, LLC.