Now Hiring - Kurt J. Lesker Company - Technical Sales Manager - PED in Jefferson Hills, PA

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Are you passionate about technology and sales? Our advanced systems are designed for research anddevelopment , and other cutting-edge industries, featuring breakthrough technologies that boost performance and flexibility.* We have an exciting opportunity as a *Technical Sales Manager enabling you to push the boundaries of what is possible! Who We Are: The Kurt J. Lesker Company (KJLC) stands at the forefront of technological innovation on an international scale, providing advanced process equipment solutions to a diverse range of critical industries. With over 70 years of excellence, KJLC has established itself as a pivotal force in the semiconductor, aerospace , medical, and optical sectors. We manufacture and deliver high-quality systems that are integral to the development of cutting-edge technologies. Click below to learn more about our Process Equipment Division (PED) and Thin Film Solutions : * Process Equipment Division * Thin Film Solutions Overview: As a Technical Sales Manager specializing in thin-film deposition , you will drive sales for our cutting-edge PED products within your territory by proactively identifying new business , leading sales situations , serving as the technical liaison , and ensuring the development and smooth operation of the sales process. Responsibilities: * Business development, including hunting for new opportunities, presenting to key establishments, supporting marketing efforts, and building client relationships * Managing customer situations and designing strategies to maximize customer satisfaction * Providing expert guidance to Regional Sales Managers in presentations, offering technical support, and ensuring impactful customer interactions * Supporting PED product sales, generating profitable business, and driving the PED farming program * Engaging with customers and serving as the primary point of contact after initial qualification * Determining the best sales strategy and providing quotations * Communicating technical aspects to the Product Manager and offering feedback for product improvements * Participating in negotiations, RFQs, tenders, and in-person bidding submissions * Ensuring Customer Relationship Management (CRM) accuracy * Able to travel up to 25% domestically Qualifications: Required * At least 3 - 5 years of successful outside sales experience * Bachelor's degree of science in Materials Science , Engineering or related field of study or equivalent experience in the thin films industry * Strong technical sales aptitude and customer networking skills * Eloquent communicator with strong verbal and written skills * Independent, efficient, proactive, and adaptable to changing priorities and environments * A valid driver's license as required territorially Preferred * Advanced (PhD or Masters) degree in Materials Science, Engineering or equivalent * 5-7 years of experience in vacuum technology and thin films industry Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at [please apply online] or call (412) [please apply online] to provide the nature of your request. LI-Hybrid 2FaPvR6vY6