Technical Sales - Entry Level - $85K 1st Yr
This entry-level Technical Sales role involves identifying and qualifying clients in industrial automation sectors such as robotics and automotive. The position requires developing a strong understanding of customers' business models and managing territory through phone and video meetings, offering a collaborative environment with a competitive compensation package.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Industrial Automation (sensors & controls manufacturing).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
About the Role
This is an entry-level Technical Sales opportunity focused on industrial automation products (sensors, scanners, and controls). You will engage with engineers and decision-makers across manufacturing, robotics, EV, wastewater management, automotive, and other process-driven industries. This is a fast-paced, collaborative sales role with structured training, clear growth paths, and strong first‑year earning potential.
What You’ll Do
You will support territory development and new client qualification using phone and video-based sales outreach. Key responsibilities include:
- Identify and qualify prospective customers and opportunities
- Develop a clear understanding of customers’ business models and technical needs
- Conduct discovery and product conversations over phone and video meetings
- Communicate product value to engineering and operations stakeholders
- Work closely with internal technical resources to scope solutions
Qualifications
We’re looking for motivated, customer-focused early-career candidates with technical curiosity:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Technology, or related field
- Customer-service or client-facing experience
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn technical product details
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Self-motivated, coachable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced sales environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $61,000 per year (base)
- On-target first-year compensation: approximately $85,000 (base + incentives)
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision
- Paid time off (PTO)
- 401(k) retirement plan
Company Culture
Our client emphasizes an employee-first culture and work‑life balance. They prioritize customer loyalty and partner with customers to help them succeed. You’ll join a global organization with a collaborative, training-oriented environment and long-term growth opportunities.
Additional Details
- Employment type: Full-time
- Industry: Industrial Automation (sensors & controls manufacturing)
- This role focuses on territory coverage through remote/virtual meetings (phone/video)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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