
Sales Manager
Pursuit, Saint Charles, MO, United States
We are partnering with our client, a well-established precision manufacturing company, to hire a
Sales Manager / Technical Sales Engineer . This organization designs and manufactures advanced tooling and precision components for high-performance industries including aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and emerging technologies.
They are seeking someone with
both technical and sales experience
— ideally a professional who has worked in engineering, machining, tooling, or manufacturing and later transitioned into a customer-facing sales role. This is a
relationship-focused position
centered around managing accounts, providing technical guidance, and supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of complex manufacturing projects.
About the Company Our client is a long-standing manufacturer known for delivering high-quality tooling, precision machining, and engineered solutions to innovative companies across multiple industries. The team partners closely with customers from early design through production, providing technical expertise and reliable execution.
The organization has built a strong reputation for quality, long‑term customer relationships, and a collaborative culture where engineering, production, and sales work closely together to solve complex challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow relationships with key customers across industries such as aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and advanced manufacturing
Identify opportunities for new tooling programs, machining projects, and engineering solutions within existing and new accounts
Prepare competitive quotations for tooling, machining, repairs, and manufacturing programs
Review technical drawings and specifications to understand customer requirements and support project discussions
Coordinate customer meetings, plant tours, and technical reviews
Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure successful project delivery
Provide customers with updates throughout the design, manufacturing, and production process
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or Manufacturing-related preferred)
Experience in both
technical and sales environments
Background in machining, tooling, manufacturing, or industrial engineering strongly preferred
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Customer-focused mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
~10% Annual Performance Bonus
Full Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision)
Why This Opportunity
Work with cutting-edge customers in aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and commercial space
Join a stable and growing manufacturing company with a strong industry reputation
Relationship-driven sales environment — focused on managing accounts rather than aggressive cold calling
Opportunity to collaborate closely with engineering and production teams
High-quality technical products the team takes pride in building
Long-tenured team and strong culture with opportunities for long‑term growth
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Sales Manager / Technical Sales Engineer . This organization designs and manufactures advanced tooling and precision components for high-performance industries including aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and emerging technologies.
They are seeking someone with
both technical and sales experience
— ideally a professional who has worked in engineering, machining, tooling, or manufacturing and later transitioned into a customer-facing sales role. This is a
relationship-focused position
centered around managing accounts, providing technical guidance, and supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of complex manufacturing projects.
About the Company Our client is a long-standing manufacturer known for delivering high-quality tooling, precision machining, and engineered solutions to innovative companies across multiple industries. The team partners closely with customers from early design through production, providing technical expertise and reliable execution.
The organization has built a strong reputation for quality, long‑term customer relationships, and a collaborative culture where engineering, production, and sales work closely together to solve complex challenges.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow relationships with key customers across industries such as aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and advanced manufacturing
Identify opportunities for new tooling programs, machining projects, and engineering solutions within existing and new accounts
Prepare competitive quotations for tooling, machining, repairs, and manufacturing programs
Review technical drawings and specifications to understand customer requirements and support project discussions
Coordinate customer meetings, plant tours, and technical reviews
Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure successful project delivery
Provide customers with updates throughout the design, manufacturing, and production process
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required (Engineering or Manufacturing-related preferred)
Experience in both
technical and sales environments
Background in machining, tooling, manufacturing, or industrial engineering strongly preferred
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Customer-focused mindset with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
~10% Annual Performance Bonus
Full Benefits Package (Health, Dental, Vision)
Why This Opportunity
Work with cutting-edge customers in aerospace, defense, robotics, EV, and commercial space
Join a stable and growing manufacturing company with a strong industry reputation
Relationship-driven sales environment — focused on managing accounts rather than aggressive cold calling
Opportunity to collaborate closely with engineering and production teams
High-quality technical products the team takes pride in building
Long-tenured team and strong culture with opportunities for long‑term growth
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