Sales Representative

KEMET Electronics, a YAGEO Group Company

With over 100 years of technological innovation, we help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators - from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

KEMET Electronics / YAGEO Group is seeking a Sales Representative in the Milpitas, CA area to support the Northern California market. This role provides an excellent opportunity to learn and grow within the high‑tech sales environment. It is ideal for individuals looking to advance into broader sales responsibilities.

You will experience a fast‑paced environment and gain exposure to cutting‑edge technologies—many of which the general public never sees. This individual will be responsible for driving business growth by developing and maintaining strong customer relationships, identifying new sales opportunities, and promoting KEMET's broad portfolio of electronic components. The Sales Representative will collaborate with customers and cross‑functional teams to understand application requirements, provide technical product solutions, and deliver exceptional customer service while supporting the company's strategic sales objectives.

• Meet or exceed sales plans.
• Develop relationships with key accounts and distribution partners.
• Work with engineering and supply chain personnel at key accounts to design in KEMET and gain approval on AVL/BOM’s.
• Train distribution on all KEMET/YAGEO products.
• Keep management informed of trends in market and advise any adverse issues which may impact ability to reach agreed upon goals.
• Support Pricing Analyst with major RFQs.
• Build intra‑company teamwork between Customer Service/Production and the needs of the customer.
• Assess marketplace for vulnerabilities in development of targeted Customer opportunities.

• BS in Electronic Engineering or BS in Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiently.
• Minimum 3 years of previous sales experience with demonstrated track record of growth and interested in building upon their successful track record in sales.
• Must be experienced with solutions‑based selling and approach to solving customer’s problems.

• Milpitas, CA – United States
• Travel - 25%
• Exempt - The salary range for this role is up to $140,000, based on experience.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training.

Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work‑life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry‑leading technologies

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