About the Role

WHO WE ARE:

SEW-EURODRIVE is a Global Leader and premier manufacturer of gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion controllers for industrial applications.

SEW-EURODRIVE is known to provide our customers with quality products, expert advice, and world-class service.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

SEW-EURODRIVE USA is looking for a winner who knows what it takes to compete and win. Someone who embraces the values of teamwork and accountability and is businesslike and professional. Someone with the drive to make things happen, but at the same time never loses sight of the fact that companies don’t do business with other companies. People do business with other people.

SEW-EURODRIVE USA seeks a District Sales Specialist to join our Midwest Sales Team. The sales territory covers the Dakotas. Our District Sales personnel are responsible for revenue generation by promoting and selling SEW-EURODRIVE products within the geographic territory.

SEW-EURODRIVE USA offers a very competitive compensation program with incomparable employee benefits, as seen on the Employment Opportunities section of our website, which includes a lucrative 401k retirement plan and student loan repayment program.

We sell products and solutions while we develop people and create careers.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be located in or willing to relocate to South Dakota or North Dakota, preferably the Sioux Falls, SD area.
• Must have experience with and/or knowledge of gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion controllers.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and driving record satisfactory to SEW-EURODRIVE or otherwise be able to transport yourself to and from various locations, including customer facilities, to engage in diverse business activities.
• Must be eligible and authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing indefinite basis.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must have strong mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to travel and frequently visit customers.
• Must be able to sit, stand, and lift frequently and for extended periods.
• Prefer you have an Associate Degree in Engineering, Industrial Distribution, or another related field.
• Prefer you have two years of Outside Sales experience or four years of Inside Sales experience.

STARTING PAY RANGE:

• $75,000-$110,000 Annual Compensation, which includes:  
  • Salary
  • Generous (no cap) Commission on Product Sales
  • Bonus Potential

Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates with additional relevant degrees or certifications and extensive experience may be considered for the higher end of the salary range.

JOB TASKS:

• Generate revenue and increase sales of all SEW-EURODRIVE products.
• Develop and nurture relationships with personnel at prospective and current customer accounts.
• Frequently perform sales calls for face-to-face customer interaction.
• Develop and manage sales strategies and programs designed to increase sales through new and existing customers.
• Provide technical, training, promotional, and sales support to direct and indirect customers, including OEMs, Users, Distributors, and Resellers.
• Understand major markets and industries.
• Develop and perform training for customers as needed.
• Attend training provided and perform self-training to increase product and industry knowledge.
• Provide added value to customers through your knowledge, expertise, and follow-up.
• Qualify and develop sales leads into customers.
• Perform daily travel within the sales territory and perform overnight travel as needed. The frequency of overnight travel will vary based on the size of the territory.
• Travel to any required destination for training, tradeshows, sales meetings, etc.
• Be attentive to customer needs and occasionally conduct business outside of normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Use CRM to manage customer interaction.

If you believe your skills and drive exceed these requirements, please submit your resume or contact SEW-EURODRIVE USA to see what other opportunities may be available.