Technical sales engineer Job Description
Technical sales engineer Job Description Template
Technical Sales Engineers bridge the gap between clients and technical teams, leveraging their technical expertise to sell complex scientific and technological products or services. Responsibilities include product demonstrations, client consultations, and sales negotiations.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain relationships with clients and potential customers
- Provide technical expertise to sales team and clients
- Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to increase sales
- Deliver technical presentations and demonstrations to clients and potential customers
- Collaborate with engineering and product development teams to provide feedback from clients and market trends
- Provide training and support to sales team on technical knowledge and products
- Manage and coordinate projects from initial inquiry to post-sales support
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements to provide informed recommendations to clients
Requirements:
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field
- At least 3 years of experience in technical sales, preferably in the same industry
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues and management
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- In-depth knowledge of technical products and services, and the ability to explain them to potential customers
- Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify customer needs and provide suitable solutions
- Willingness to travel extensively to meet with clients and attend industry events
