Sales Development Specialist

About the Role

SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in drive technology, manufacturing gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion control solutions for industrial applications. The company values integrity, collaboration, and long‑term partnerships.

Who We Are

SEW-EURODRIVE USA seeks a high‑performing sales professional motivated to succeed and driven by results. The ideal candidate is competitive, accountable, and excels at achieving sales goals while building trust, delivering value, and forming strong relationships.

Who We’re Looking For

Business‑minded, professional, energized by challenges, and committed to representing a world‑class brand with excellence.

The Opportunity

We are hiring a Sales Development Specialist to join our Midwest / West Sales Teams. The role is a training position designed to develop into a District Sales or other sales role.

Responsibilities

• Complete cross‑functional training in Production, Customer Service, Engineering, and Service to develop comprehensive product and application knowledge.
• Support District Sales and Customer Service teams with quoting, project management, CRM management, and customer account support.
• Conduct customer visits, sales calls, plant surveys, and joint calls with distributors and SEW‑EURODRIVE personnel to identify application needs and drive sales growth.
• Provide technical, promotional, training, and sales support to OEMs, distributors, resellers, and end users.
• Develop and deliver customer training events, product demonstrations, trade shows, and seminars.
• Build expertise in SEW‑EURODRIVE products, applications, and target industries to recommend and size solutions that best meet customer requirements.
• Assist with distributor development and support in accordance with company policies to improve sales performance and service coverage.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and industry activity, providing reports and recommendations to support business growth strategies.
• Maintain accurate customer engagement records and sales activity through CRM tools.
• Travel as required for customer visits, training, trade shows, and sales meetings, including occasional work outside standard business hours.
• Continuously expand technical and product knowledge through formal and self‑directed training while contributing to revenue growth across all SEW‑EURODRIVE product lines.

Starting Pay Range

$45,000 ‑ $65,000 annual salary. Compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates with additional relevant degrees or certifications and extensive experience may be considered for the higher end of the range.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation program.
• Industry‑leading benefits, including a lucrative 401(k) retirement plan.
• Student loan repayment program.
• Ongoing professional development and clear career growth opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, and life insurance coverage.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Paid vacation, holiday pay, and additional paid time off for hourly positions.
• Retirement benefits with company match and profit sharing.
• Paid parental leave, onsite clinic services, and wellness resources.
• Uniform subsidies and safety shoe subsidies where applicable.
• Employee assistance and counseling programs.

Job Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate upon completion of training and availability of promotion opportunities.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record, or ability to transport yourself to customer locations.
• Eligibility and authorization to work in the United States on an indefinite basis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel frequently and visit customers.
• Physical ability to sit, stand, and lift frequently and for extended periods.