As an Outside Sales Engineer in Metrology based in the Northern Midwest, your role would involve combining technical expertise in metrology (the science of measurement) with strong sales skills to promote and sell metrology equipment and services to clients in the region.

Client Details

Our client is a leading manufacturer in the test and measurment space. They are looking to expand their sales team due to growth specifically in the midwest region.

Description

Responsibilities:

1. Client Engagement: Actively engage with existing and potential clients to understand their metrology needs, challenges, and objectives.

2. Solution Identification: Utilize your technical knowledge of metrology to recommend appropriate measurement solutions, equipment, and services to meet client requirements.

3. Product Demonstration: Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the features and benefits of metrology equipment and services.

4. Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted advisor in the metrology field.

5. Sales Process Management: Manage the entire sales process from prospecting and qualifying leads to closing deals and post-sales support.

6. Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to identify new sales opportunities.

7. Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams such as marketing, technical support, and product development to ensure alignment in sales strategies and customer satisfaction.

8. Travel: As an outside sales engineer, you'll likely spend a significant amount of time traveling within the Northern Midwest region to meet with clients, attend industry events, and conduct site visits.

Profile

Requirements:

1. Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of metrology principles, measurement techniques, and metrology equipment such as coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), optical measurement systems, laser trackers, etc.

2. Sales Skills: Demonstrated ability to drive sales and meet targets, with excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

3. Customer Focus: A customer-centric approach with a keen understanding of customer needs and the ability to build long-term relationships.

4. Self-Motivation: Proactive and self-driven with the ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.

5. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to understand complex technical requirements and propose innovative solutions to address customer challenges.

6. Bachelor's Degree: Typically, a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required, although relevant experience may also be considered.

7. Experience: Prior experience in metrology sales or a similar technical sales role would be advantageous.

Job Offer

Our client offers competitive salaries based on experience, as well as quarterly bonus and commission plan. In addition you will be eligible for health, vision, dental, and 401K plans.

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