The Technical Sales Representative will drive sales and technical support of surface finishing products in the North Mid-West, focusing on market growth and customer satisfaction.
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Responsibilities:- Direct sales and technical service of surface finishing treatment industry products and process chemicals throughout the North Mid-West United States, including the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois.
- Supporting strategy on core product lines and pricing to meet or exceed projected sales volumes and maintain profitability levels.
- Growing market share of each product line within the territory at existing accounts and through acquisition of new business from competitors.
- Identifying critical path for evaluation and approval of products at the customer by working with management and support areas to secure business opportunities, optimize profitability, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Managing product marketing, sales introduction, and price negotiation with customer base.
- Provide, under direct supervision, technical support to Distributors in the market area.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of technical sales experience metal pre-treatment or electroplating industries;
- Knowledge on chemistry of surface finishing products and processes.
- Ability to travel extensively (on average 80%).
- Candidate must live within territory boundaries to support our customer base effectively. (Illinois or Wisconsin preferred)
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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