Technical Sales Representative
Location: Edmonton (Alberta focus)
Join a well-established industry leader in the manufacturing and distribution of cutting-edge industrial vacuum, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Our client is on the hunt for a motivated and technically savvy Technical Sales Representative to take their product line to new heights in Alberta.
This is your chance to become a go-to expert in vacuum solutions while also spearheading growth in the pneumatic and hydraulic product category. If you’re driven by building strong client relationships, solving complex industrial challenges, and working with a collaborative team, this is the role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Drive Sales Growth – Prospect and secure new business through proactive outreach, email campaigns, internal salesforce tools, and supplier partner leads.
- Be the Technical Solutions Expert – Support the internal sales team with technical guidance to match customers with the best solutions for their needs.
- Make Industry Connections – Represent the company at tradeshows, conferences, and industry events to generate new leads and strengthen brand presence.
- Collaborate with Key Suppliers – Work closely with manufacturers to specify and design the optimal technical solutions for client applications.
- Build Product Mastery – Continuously develop your technical knowledge and become a recognized “product expert”in the field.
- Close the Deal – Prepare and deliver quotations, proposals, and strategic pricing insights to win customer trust and drive conversions.
- Expand Existing Accounts – Help the broader sales team grow the product footprint with current customers through parts, service, and upgrade opportunities.
- Deliver Exceptional Service – Conduct customer needs assessments and ensure solutions exceed expectations from both performance and service standpoints.
What You Bring
- Experience: 3-5+ years in industrial and/or vacuum, compressed air, hydraulics or related systems.
- Education: Technical diploma or degree preferred however careful consideration will be given to relevant sales and industry experience.
- Sales Ability: Proven consultative sales skills with a relationship-focused approach, complemented by the ability to understand and effectively communicate technical applications.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written presentation skills. Skilled in building high-loyalty customer relationships that foster long-term engagement and trust.
- Drive: Passion for customer success and a track record of exceeding sales targets.
- Team Attitude: A collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently when needed.
What’s in it for You
- Base Salary between $70-90 commensurate upon experience and commission program targeting total earnings of $100-120K.
- Full benefits package and business expense coverage including car allowance, fuel, insurance, travel.
- A chance to become a recognized technical authority in a growing market.
- The opportunity to join a respected, supportive company with a strong industry reputation.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Bruce Proctor at bruce@summitsearchgroup.com.
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