What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Sales Representative position at LPKF Laser & Electronics?
Technical Sales Representative
Full Time Sales
Technical Sales Representative – Laser Plastic Welding
LPKF Laser & Electronics North America is looking for a motivated and talented Technical Sales Representative to join our growing team. This position will handle the laser plastic welding business for precision assembly of automotive, medical and consumer devices for our customer base throughout North America.
The Technical Sales Representative is an integral part of a diverse international team and will be interacting with sales executives as well as technical engineering staff.
Your primary responsibility is to generate and cultivate business opportunities in collaboration with marketing and sales. This position requires market research and account qualification and lead development through outbound phone calling, creative email communication, technology presentations both online and in person to identify, qualify and cultivate new opportunities. In addition, this position will also closely collaborate with our prospects and key customers to identify and assess their new applications and technical requirements. This includes material testing and discussing design improvements with our customers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Research accounts, identify key players, present solutions, and develop accounts to stimulate and generate sales opportunities.
- Collaborate with our customers and prospects to assess specific product applications.
- Test customer materials and collaborate with our worldwide applications team.
- Develop a close relationship with key customers to implement their technical requirements.
- Track all relevant qualification and lead management activity in the CRM system.
We are looking for a highly self-motivated, fast-learning individual with exceptional communication skills, and a positive and energetic presence who is not intimidated by technology and who feels comfortable both in a sales role and a technical consulting role.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred, but not required for those with a technical aptitude and equivalent work experience.
- Experience in industrial automation, CAD software or mechanical engineering is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Compensation: Base salary plus commission; determined on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.
Benefits
LPKF Laser & Electronics provides a full benefits package to full-time employees including:
- Competitive compensation rates
- Medical, dental, and extended health insurance benefits
- Paid time off
- Competitive 401(k) with flexible investment options and a company match to help you reach your retirement goals.
- Disability insurance
- Corporate stock purchase and stock option programs.
About LPKF Laser & Electronics
LPKF Laser & Electronics is a leading provider of laser-based solutions for the technology industry. Laser systems from LPKF are of central importance for the manufacturing of printed circuit boards, semiconductors, automotive parts, solar modules, medical devices, and consumer electronics for nearly 50 years. LPKF is based Garbsen, Germany, and operates worldwide with the North American operation headquartered in Tualatin, Oregon.
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LPKF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by applicable anti-discrimination laws.
