Sr Sales Engineer

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Instron is seeking a Senior Sales Engineer in the Indianapolis or Cincinnati area. Instron is the premium supplier in the field of mechanical testing machinery and conducts business with over 95% of Fortune 500 companies as well as government agencies and world-renowned research institutions. In this exciting opportunity, you will meet with customers and assist with solving difficult challenges related to quality control, product design, and high-tech research.

As an ambassador for the Instron brand, you will maintain a high customer focus and work on building long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationships between Instron and our customers.

• Collaborate with the Ohio Valley sales team to achieve or exceed quarterly and annual bookings targets in Indiana, Kentucky, and Western Ohio.
• Conduct compelling product demonstrations and technical presentations to customers showcasing the benefits and value of Instron’s highly differentiated products.
• Develop and implement a proactive territory management plan that ensures bookings plans and sales objectives are met or exceeded, including a strategy to proactively increase market share within target industries and applications.
• Be a trusted partner with Instron’s customers by providing exceptional support and promptly addressing inquiries or concerns.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to collaborate with business units at corporate headquarters and identify sales opportunities.

• 5 to 10 years of business-to-business sales experience. Outside sales preferred.
• A technical bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, or physics.
• A positive attitude that prioritizes the understanding of customer needs.
• Drive, focus, and self-motivation to meet annual sales goals.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Ohio Valley sales team.

Applicants should bring a strong sense of curiosity and a desire to learn. Each day will provide different opportunities to learn about the challenges Instron’s customers face in manufacturing, automotive, defense, aerospace, and many other industries. In this field-based position, applicants will work with a strong sense of autonomy and self-motivation is essential. In this sales role, face-to-face visits with customers are required and overnight travel of 1 to 2 nights per week is expected.

Take this opportunity to join a successful team where you can make an immediate impact.

• Company vehicle, paid training, cell phone, laptop
• Medical (multiple options), vision and dental insurance
• Career growth opportunities through Instron’s mentorship program, training, and continuous learning.
• Company provided life insurance and both short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement savings with a company match
• 100% Tuition reimbursement after one year
• Parental leave after one year
• 3:1 match for eligible charitable donations

Pay is determined by several factors, including a candidate’s experience, relevant skills, and qualifications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas. We create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Sales and Business Development

Industries:
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing