Technical Sales Specialist

Work site environment

• Business

Work setting

• Urban area
• Computers and associated equipment manufacturing

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Oversee the preparation of sales and orders
• Promote sales to existing clients
• Read blueprints to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Identify and solicit potential clients
• Assess client’s needs and resources to recommend the appropriate goods or services
• Develop reports and proposals to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
• Deliver sales presentations
• Prepare or oversee preparation of sales or other contracts
• Conduct sales transactions
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Provide input into product design where goods or services must be tailored to suit client's needs
• Reach to clients after sale or signed contracts to provide ongoing support
• Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
• Provide clients with presentations on the benefits and uses of goods or services

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Industrial supplies

Computer and technology knowledge

• Presentation software
• Word processing software
• Spreadsheet
• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Adobe Suite
• Specialized hardware development

Industrial processes and biological studies

• Product development

Parts specialization

• Hardware

Area of specialization

• Computer design

Training specialization (creative and performing arts)

• Electronic engineering

Sales experience

• Electrical and electronic equipment
• Trade shows
• Marketing

Additional information

Security and safety

• Reference required

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Creativity
• Positive attitude

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer