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Sales Account Representative -- Industrial Supplier (35810) (Elk Grove Village)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States, 60009

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A global automation equipment supplier near

Elk Grove Village, IL

is seeking a

Sales Account Representative

to support their business development operations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Business or Marketing, and experience selling industrial products or materials to customers in automation, material handling / conveyance, and / or manufacturing.

This is a full-time and direct hire role, offering full benefits (health/dental/vision insurances, PTO, 401k options) and a salary range between $60,000 - 70,000 depending on experience.

This is a salaried role that does not offer additional individual commissions.

Bi-annual bonuses are provided based on company performance.

Sales Account Representative Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a network of prospective customer accounts to produce new sales leads Connect with existing accounts in material handling, automation, and manufacturing to understand their current business needs, and alert them to new product and service offerings that may be of interest Prepare and deliver sales presentations and proposals that effectively communicate the product's utility to prospective customers Provide excellent customer service at every stage of the sales process, ensuring customers receive their order exactly to their specifications Collaborate with engineering, production and quality departments on product changes and custom orders Maintain customer files, sales reports, part number files, and pricing Provide accurate quotations for products Assist in other areas when necessary

Sales Account Representative Requirements: Bachelor's degree, ideally in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field. At least two (2) years of prior sales or account management experience, preferably with industrial manufacturing or logistics-related companies Ability to travel up 50%, nationwide. Occasional international travel to company headquarters may also be required. Japanese language ability or familiarity with Japanese business culture is a plus, but not required Excellent communication and customer service skills Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc.

has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.