Overview BAHCO® Band Saw Brand, The Leader in Metal Cutting Technology, seeks a professional outside sales specialist to represent the Bahco® line to industrial customers. The Bahco Brand is part of the family of brands that are under the Snap-on umbrella. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $3+ billion, S&P 500 Company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 11,500 worldwide. Responsibilities Technical Sales Representative - Bahco® Band Saw Specialist Professional Industrial Distribution Sales Opportunity Representing BAHCO ® Band Saw Products This outside sales position will work with industrial distributors, manufacturing reps and agencies and/or direct sales to identify and evaluate production end users and stimulate additional product demand with current accounts and develop new customer accounts. Working with company support to help "close the sale", and grow the territory are key objectives for this position. As the band saw industry changes, the territory assigned may be modified to meet growing demand. Qualifications * 3-5 years outside sales experience in an Industrial environment and with distributors and/or agency reps. * A proven track record of prior goal achievement showing solid increases in sales and in customer growth is required. * The ideal candidate will have prior experience selling cutting tools. * Mechanically inclined and capable of operating / adjusting machines, and have technical knowledge of metal cutting tools and other equipment. * Previous experience working as machine operator, or experience in the sawing industry is a plus. * Must be willing to travel to customer locations and to meet with customers, distributors and / or end users. This position may require overnight travel. * Solid organizational, customer service, presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately to various levels in an organization are required. * Must have the ability to convey enthusiasm along with product knowledge to close the sale * Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or equivalent sales experience required. * An Associate's Degree in machining or other technical/mechanical equipment, is a plus. * Prior technical training in metals, metallurgy, cutting tools is required. * Must have a valid driver's license and impeccable driving record * Must be proficient in using the Internet for research, in working with spreadsheets and databases and efficient working in all Microsoft Office suite products including Outlook, Word, Excel and Power Point software. Snap-on offers a competitive compensation package, which includes a base expense plus sales bonus opportunity. In addition, Snap-on offers a complete benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k savings plan and a retirement plan. Snap-on offers a drug fee work environment and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.
