Now Hiring - Biter & Associates, LLC - Sales Engineer for Precision Measurement Solutions in Baton Rouge, LA

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Job Overview Seeking a dynamic candidate with a strong Engineering background and 5+ years of experience. We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Sales Engineer to join a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the technical solutions and customer needs. This position requires a blend of technical expertise and sales acumen to effectively communicate the value of our products and services to clients. The Technical Sales Engineer will work closely with the sales team, providing pre-sales support, conducting product demonstrations, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the sales process. Our client is a high-profile company, in growth mode! They are experts in innovative technology for precision measuring instruments , electrical and instrumentation industrial applications , the semiconductor, HVAC, food service and oil & gas industries. They are seeking top performers to join their team on a full-time, direct-hire basis. This job will require the candidate selected to train in Houston for up to a month , and then you will relocate to Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Seeking a highly organized individual with an engineering background with excellent time management skills, and proven technical sales skills in instrumentation, or related industries. * Develops and increases sales for the assigned product/services category and related technology * Defines and uncovers market needs and trends. * Trains continuously to develop product, application and market knowledge in support of the assigned product/service category. * Coordinates strategies and manages activities with the sales team to meet sales goals, and maintains open communication regarding account activities, plans, customer information and feedback. * Supports customer projects and development of applications for customer needs * Maintains contact with all clients in the related market area and ensures a high level of customer satisfaction by providing technical expertise * Develops, executes conversion, penetration and retention sales initiatives in conjunction with Field Sales Associates * Demonstrates technical selling skills and product knowledge * Utilizes a defined sales process * Completes required administrative tasks in a timely manner (i.e. CRM input, expenses, budgets, activity reports) * Participate in national sales meetings, trade shows and conferences as well as market segment specific meetings * Collaborate with engineers, Account Managers, sales staff to meet sales objectives * Facilitates design and cost analysis for engineered solutions * Assists team members with final negotiations and kick-off meeting for strategic projects * Creates product application guides and other marketing materials for the assigned product category, services and market segment(s) * Provides feedback to sales and operations management on market trends, competition, market prices, and products, as business dictates * Serves as a liaison between the US and global teams, within the same product category * Operates within the defined budget cost center Your Background * Bachelor of Science/Engineer or similar qualification. * Previous experience with instrumentation is preferred * 5+ years technical experience in industrial and/or process sales/marketing/engineering required * Ability to develop, plan and execute market strategies * Ability to work cross functionally with other members of the sales and marketing organization * Strong negotiating skills * Excellent oral and written communication skills * Computer proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel and CRM software Biter & Associates is a direct-hire recruiting firm. No fee is ever charged to our candidates. All fees are paid by our client companies. Candidates must agree to a background check, reference check and must be capable of providing at least three professional references. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $98,140.00 - $118,689.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Compensation Package: * Bonus opportunities Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Technical sales: 5 years (Preferred) * Precision measuring instruments: 5 years (Preferred) * Sales strategy: 5 years (Preferred) * Negotiation: 5 years (Preferred) Location: * Baton Rouge, LA 70813 (Required) Ability to Commute: * Baton Rouge, LA 70813 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Baton Rouge, LA 70813: Relocate before starting work (Required) Willingness to travel: * 25% (Required) Work Location: In person