The primary function of the Sales Associate is field level sales support. The Sales Associate will work with the Regional Managers in their geography under the direction of the Regional Director. The Sales Associate will support the Regional Managers dealers and end users by conducting equipment demonstrations, equipment use and care training, site surveys, assist in supporting trade shows and open houses, and assist the Regional Director in other business critical functions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES General Responsibilities: Equipment Demonstrations for dealers and/or end users Equipment Use and Care Training for dealers and/or end users Site Surveys for dealers and/or end users Support Trade Shows and Open Houses for dealers and/or end users Participate in Nilfisk U Plan 2 weeks in advance and execute call plan and activities in Salesforce.com Prepare, manage, and be responsible for demo equipment inventory Be able to work in a team environment Participate in weekly 1 on 1’s with Regional Director to measure call plan, execution of the call plan and other sales support activities Support the local Regional Managers from the direction of the Regional Director on other business critical functions MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent education EXPERIENCE: This is an entry level sales role. All experience levels are welcome KNOWLEDGE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, have good business acumen and self-discipline Must display enthusiasm, perseverance, reliability, ethical standards, and strong selling skills Must possess strong communication skills and maintain usual management skills of time, ability to respond, sense of urgency, prioritize efforts and problem solving Willingness to travel overnight on an occasional basis Must be willing and able to conduct seminars, extensive building evaluations, and recommend equipment for respective applications Must be able to successfully pass a physical including lifting, standing for prolonged periods, driving for safe periods of time, etc. COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Working knowledge of CRM systems Proficiency in use of Salesforce.com (web and mobile versions) Let’s create a cleaner future together Clean is changing. Today, cleaning is a key contributor to health and safety, and a new clean is emerging, driven by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development, and we work as one team with one agenda, supporting each other across an exciting, dynamic organization. Being part of Nilfisk means having the freedom to speak your mind and do what you do best. You will thrive by having a hands-on approach and the drive to bring your great ideas to life. At Nilfisk you can lead, innovate and collaborate for a cleaner future. Are you ready to make a change? We embrace diversity and equality with an environment of inclusion. We encourage everyone to apply for the position, regardless of origin, race, ethnicity, religion, physical or mental ability, gender, gender-identity or expression, sexual orientation, and age. Nilfisk offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with Company Contribution, 401K with Company Match, Long and Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Plan, Parental Leave, Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Volunteer Day, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Reimbursement, Scholarship opportunities, etc. Job applicant FAQ Do you have questions regarding the recruitment process or alike? Please visit our FAQ for job applicants. EEO is the Law Nilfisk, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about our status as an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EEO poster. A leading global provider of professional cleaning products and services Nilfisk was founded in 1906 by the Danish engineer P.A. Fisker. Today the company is a world-leading global provider of professional cleaning equipment and services. More than 90% of sales are for professionals while the remaining part of the business aimed at consumers covers floorcare equipment, vacuum cleaners, and high-pressure washers. Nilfisk’s products and services are sold in more than 100 countries and produced at 9 manufacturing sites across the globe. The main facilities are in the US, Mexico, Hungary, Italy, and China. A total of approximately 4,700 employees secured revenue of 1,033.6 mEUR in 2023. The largest single market is the USA covering 30% of revenue in 2023, followed by Germany (14%), France (10%), Denmark (6%) and the UK (4%). 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