DDS Acoustical Specialties is seeking a Sales Engineer to expand the sales efforts of the company as it looks to grow to the next level. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a high-level setting, selling and managing projects from inception to substantial completion.
The candidate should also have considerable experience in customer service, spending most of their time participating in customer-facing activities.
Experience in the business of noise control and acoustics is preferred but not required. We encourage applicants with related experience, transferable skills, and a willingness to learn to apply.
Primary Responsibilities
- Identify and estimate projects utilizing known products or proposing new materials.
- Engage in field visits to project sites around the northeast.
- Work with the marketing department to identify specific opportunities and develop strategies to see those opportunities through fruition.
- Participate in creating and maintaining a successful brand and image that attracts customers to the product or service.
- Train other employees in the sale and application of acoustical materials.
- Analyze sales numbers and forecast future business to help stay on budget and promote growth.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- High degree of autonomy; takes full ownership of projects from conception through execution.
- Willing to work in a fast-paced environment, organized, able to plan effectively, prioritize, and multi-task.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Customer-centric approach.
- “Can-do” attitude.
- Ability to adapt to changing job responsibilities, business priorities, and customer needs in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to work in the United States.
Physical Demands
- Primary responsibility will require periods of time spent at a desk.
- Weekly regional travel is required and will vary based on client demand.
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience with sales / customer service, estimating, project management
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required
- Experience reading construction plans and CAD drawings
- Familiarity with CRM systems, such as Pipedrive and Salesforce
- Lean / Continuous Improvement training preferred
Compensation and Benefits
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Health insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Nine Paid holidays
- Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience
Affirmative Action/EEO statement
DDS Acoustical Specialties is a equal opportunity employer
Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you authorized to work in the United States?
- Do you have a valid driver's license?
- Is there anything that would limit your ability to travel regularly?
Work Location: In person
