Technical Sales Manager - Lab Instruments (North Central US)
Chicago Area or nearby | 50-60% travel | Full-time, Exempt
Your territory: KY, OH, IN, MI, IL, MO, IA, WI, MN, NE, SD, ND, plus Manitoba and Nunavut
What you'll do
- Own sales for your territory as the main point of contact for every customer
- Hunt for new business and farm existing accounts, from prospecting and cold outreach to closed orders
- Become a true technical and application expert on our product lines
- Partner with Business Development Managers, engineers, and service to drive projects forward
- Build quotes, shape customer specifications, and use value-based selling to win
- Set and exceed your annual territory forecast, keeping Salesforce current weekly
What you bring
- 10+ years of capital equipment sales experience in food, ag, chemical, or related industries
- A bachelor's degree in science or engineering (preferred) or a college certificate
- A consultative, value-based selling style and the confidence to present to anyone, from lab techs to boards
- Self-drive, strong communication, and a team-first attitude
- Comfort working on-site in plants and labs (PPE, ladders, and catwalks included)
Why KPM?
You'll represent trusted, globally recognized brands, have a large territory with real room to grow, and get the backing of a collaborative team that wants you to succeed and advance your career.
Compensation: $110,000 - $120,000 base + commission
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, car allowance, etc.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today.
