Sales Representative – Key Account Coordinator

Position
Sales Representative – Key Account Coordinator

Summary
A U.S. subsidiary of a Japanese manufacturer of high-performance lubricating grease is seeking a Sales Representative to manage key accounts. The ideal candidate will support large companies and distributors, primarily in the automotive, robotics, and electrical machinery sectors, by offering technical and sales support for specialized lubrication products.

Essential Duties

• Build and maintain strong relationships with large corporate customers and distributors.
• Align local sales efforts with global strategies from Japan headquarters.
• Understand customer businesses and functions to offer tailored solutions.
• Provide technical support related to lubrication product applications.
• Collaborate with marketing to prepare technical documentation and value-added proposals.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager and Inside Sales Manager to ensure smooth operations.

Working Hours, Working style

• 08:30 AM – 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
• Full-time, Exempt
• Travel: 10–25%
• Hybrid work style (combination of office and remote work) available
• Must be able to work independently and in collaboration with internal/external teams.

Working Location
Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Salary/Benefit

• Salary: Up to $100,000/year
• Bonus: Possible after 1 year
• 401K: Available after 1 year of service
• Visa Support: Not available

Holidays
Not specified (follows standard U.S. company practice unless otherwise noted)

Qualifications

• 5 years of B2B sales experience in the machinery-related manufacturing industry, such as bearings or automotive parts
• Experience in value-added product sales
• Familiarity with Japanese business culture preferred
• Patient and persistent in managing long sales cycles and launching new projects
• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Experience:

• B2B sales: 5 years (Required)
• Lubricating oil: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rolling Meadows, Illinois 60008

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000