Capital Equipment Sales Engineer - CNC Machine Tools

Job Description

Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced and self-motivated Sales Engineer (CMTSE beneficial) to cover the Greater South Chicago Area, and Rockford, IL area. These are two separate territories and proximity to either South Chicago or Rockford is preferred, respectively. You will work closely with the sales team but must be prepared to work and think independently; manage multiple accounts and projects accurately; have the ability to manage CRM and paperwork properly; and take direction as needed.

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• Ideal candidate must reside in Illinois
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• This role is for a sales engineer to join a successful team handling a territory covering Chicago Land. Role requires a self-motivated individual with a positive attitude, high organizational skills, and strong time management. Relationships with our typical partners must be fostered over time via cold calling, personal visits, and email outreach; experience in Machine Tool Sales is desired
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• A background in metal cutting and machine tool technology or knowledge of technical sales is beneficial
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• This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with a minimum of 40 hours per week
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• Travel is required
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• Base salary + commission
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• Full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision as well as 401K w/match and PTO
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Responsibilities:

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• Develop & expand company market share through increased sales in assigned territory
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• Maintain contact with past, present, and new customers identifying new opportunities
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• Increase brand awareness and support channel partners, machine tool dealers, end-users within the aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, and general manufacturing industries
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• Attend trade shows/ trainings/ industry events when applicable
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Education, Experience & Qualifications:

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• Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university, AND/OR 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
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• 2-4 years in sales with a proven track record AND/OR 1-3 years in machine tools
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• Knowledge of basic machine tool construction and operation beneficial
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• Knowledge of the selection and application of cutting tools for both turning and milling beneficial
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• Solid computer proficiency
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• Knowledge of or experience with CRM systems beneficial
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• Must communicate clearly in written and oral methods
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• Travel with overnight stays may be required
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About Zeman Technologies Group & L.G. Evans & Company / Integra Machine Tool:

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• L.G. Evans & Integra Machine Tool specialize in the sale and support of machine tool solutions for high-precision manufacturing; specifically Citizen-Cincom Swiss lathes, Citizen-Miyano multi-axis lathes, Hurco and YCM machining centers, and Fryer Toolroom Solutions. For over 30 years, L.G. Evans / Integra has built its reputation on a commitment to 100% customer satisfaction. We work under the Zeman Technologies Group in which our sister companies provide material machining solutions and services focused on bar-fed turning and milling technologies: McClain Machine Tool Solutions and Integra Machine Tool.
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