Junior Technical Sales Representative
The Junior Technical Sales Representative supports the growth of custom medical extrusion accounts by managing early-stage RFQ processes, quotations, and customer communications. This entry-level role involves translating customer design parameters into internal project requirements while collaborating with multiple departments and following a structured technical and commercial training path. The position offers hands-on experience with medical polymer materials, extrusion processes, and sales coordination within a regulated manufacturing environment.
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, Medical device manufacturing (medical polymer extrusion for custom medical components).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
The Junior Technical Sales Representative supports growth of custom medical extrusion accounts by assisting with the RFQ lifecycle, preparing quotations, coordinating orders and prototypes, and maintaining clear customer and internal communications. This is an entry-level, hands-on role with a structured technical and commercial training path.
- Support initial RFQ intake: review incoming engineering inquiries, identify missing information, and coordinate next steps.
- Translate customer design parameters (multi-lumen geometry, wall thicknesses, dimensions, tolerances, polymer specs) into clear internal requirements for Engineering and Production.
- Assist in drafting and preparing sales quotes and collecting historical pricing data to support quote development.
- Maintain accurate CRM/ERP records, Sales Quote logs, Prototype PO files, and sample/shipment logs.
- Coordinate with Quality, R&D, Engineering, and Production on feasibility reviews and prototype runs per internal procedures and ISO 13485 guidelines.
- Screen, triage, and document incoming sales-related calls and requests.
- Follow up proactively with customers about open quotes, sample requests, prototype schedules, and next steps.
- Assist with PO queue tracking, NDA tracking, and other administrative sales tasks.
- Support Sales KPIs by collecting and preparing tracking data, graphs, and reports.
- Help maintain and create content for the company’s social media presence when needed.
- Cross-train in Customer Service to provide redundancy and broader support.
Who You Are / Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
- 0–1 year relevant experience, including engineering internships, co-ops, university capstone projects, inside sales, customer service, or manufacturing support.
- Basic ability to read 2D technical drawings and blueprints (training provided).
- Eagerness to learn medical polymer materials, extrusion processes, costing, and regulatory expectations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel required); CRM and ERP experience a plus.
- Strong math, technical writing, verbal communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments and ISO 13485 guidelines is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
- Typical mix: Standing ~10%, Sitting ~80%, Walking ~10%.
- Frequent fine motor/repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Must be able to reach up to 6 ft, occasionally kneel or climb stairs.
- Vision adequate for detailed work (20/20 with or without correction) and ability to use gaging equipment and tools.
- Work performed in a regulated manufacturing / office-support environment with cross-functional interactions.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $23–$26 per hour (based on experience).
- Sign-on bonus.
- Comprehensive health insurance.
- Matching 401(k) plan after 1 year.
- Entry-level: 2 weeks paid vacation.
- 64 hours personal/sick time (unused time paid out at year-end).
- Annual discretionary bonus.
- Additional development and training opportunities.
Location & Authorization to Work
- Location: West Peterborough, NH (on-site role). Candidates must be able to reliably commute to this location.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Confidential Client will consider reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Keywords & Good Fit
This role is well suited for entry-level candidates searching for:
- Junior Technical Sales Representative positions in medical device manufacturing
- RFQ and quote support roles
- Technical sales / sales support with CRM and ERP experience
- Entry-level medical extrusion or medical plastics sales roles
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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