LECO · 7 hours ago
Sales Engineer - Central
LECO is a family-owned company that has been a leader in laboratory instrument development for over 80 years. They are seeking a Sales Engineer who will play a key role in field sales, assisting customers with analytical and materials characterization solutions to drive market growth in the Central Region.
Responsibilities
Visit customers to demonstrate products and discuss sales opportunities daily in the assigned territory
Follow up on all leads provided by LECO
Prospecting and cold calling to identify new business opportunities
Complete timely quotations to customers working through support staff
Work closely with others at LECO to coordinate the overall selling efforts of the company
Complete work reviewing and improving a Sales Plan that includes an action plan for increasing sales to active customers and prospective customers, scheduling full coverage of the territory, maintaining a high level of in field time and continually improving product presentation skills and knowledge
Respond to all customer phone calls and emails in a timely manner
Utilize LECO’s CRM (Salesforce) package for completing daily tasks and management reporting
Timely completion of all periodic sales reports, calendar events, and opportunity management
Coordinate sales to key accounts within their territory
Participation and presentation in local professional organizations
Operate within LECO’s Code of Conduct
Learn and implement LECO’s strategic selling methodology
Qualification
Required
Strong computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel PowerPoint)
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to learn the scientific principles and technology of the equipment
Sales territory management abilities a plus
Self-directed highly motivated strategic thinker
Ability to work within the USA without restrictions
BS Degree preferably in Chemistry, Material Science, or other related disciplines
Preferred
Hands-on experience with a CRM, Salesforce, is a plus but not required
Company
LECO
Laboratory Equipment Company introduced the first rapid carbon determinator for the American iron and steel industry.
Funding
Current Stage
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