Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Job duties
Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Technical sales specialists - wholesale trade have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:
Maintain and grow sales relationships with existing clients
Identify and solicit potential clients
Assess clients' needs, recommend or assist in the selection of appropriate goods or services, and negotiate prices or other sales terms
Provide input into product design where goods or services must be tailored to suit clients' needs
Develop sales presentations, proposals, or other materials to illustrate benefits from use of good or service
Estimate costs of installing and maintaining equipment or service
Prepare and administer sales contracts and maintain customer records
Consult with clients after sale to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support
Troubleshoot technical problems related to equipment
Develop and maintain technical product or service knowledge to explain features to clients and answer questions about goods or services
Develop, implement and report on sales strategies to achieve business goals
Assess market conditions and competitors' activities and develop an awareness of emerging markets and trends
May offer training in the operation and maintenance of equipment
May supervise the activities of other technical staff and sales specialists.