AMADA AMERICA, INC. is seeking a Sales Engineer for their Machine Tool Sales Division to drive growth by building customer relationships and promoting sheet metal machinery solutions. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and sales skills to help clients optimize their operations.
Responsibilities:
- Achieve sales targets by promoting AMADA metal fabrication solutions, accessories, and related technologies
- Maintain existing customer relationships and prospect new accounts via cold calling, networking, and industry resources
- Educate clients on emerging technologies to solve fabrication challenges
- Conduct sales calls, product demos at Solution and Technical Centers, and encourage event participation
- Offer technical consultations, prepare proposals, quotes, and coordinate orders using CRM systems
- Collaborate with specialists and teams to identify upsell opportunities, such as tooling or services
- Stay updated on products, pricing, and market trends to effectively sell AMADA's value
- Handle additional duties, including reports and departmental support
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, industrial, or related) or equivalent sales experience in manufacturing/machinery
- 2+ years in technical sales, preferably with CNC machinery, punch presses, or sheet metal equipment
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including hydraulics, software, and automation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); CRM experience preferred
- Excellent verbal/written communication for explaining concepts and building rapport
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to thrive independently in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver's license; willing to travel frequently (including overnight)
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and demonstrate equipment
- Sheet metal industry experience
- Proven sales quota achievement
- Sales/engineering certifications