Senior Aftermarket Sales Engineer

Would you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high-quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing and develop new offerings? Are you eager to join a professional team and work directly with our customers? Then we have an interesting position in Grundfos for you.

What is the job about?

Grundfos USA is seeking a Senior Aftermarket Sales Engineer to join its CBS (Commercial Building Services) Americas team. As a Senior Aftermarket Sales Engineer, you will be responsible to generate and increase Grundfos' awareness of the Grundfos aftermarket business to increase market share; sell and preserve long term service agreements, and report specific business, market, and industry information. You will also establish and build strong relationships with target decision makers and serve as a value-added resource. This position reports directly to the Head of Aftermarket Sales, CBS Americas and will be responsible for Aftermarket sales in Illinois region.

Please note that relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidate must have the authorization to work in the USA without support. Sponsorship is not available for applicants for US Work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa.

Your main responsibilities:

• Lead the service & aftermarket sales process for their focused customers, markets, products, or industry and are directly measured on the growth their focused areas experiences while focusing on fulfilling sales quota, marketing goals and profit objectives.
• Call on customers within assigned geographical area to increase awareness of Grundfos aftermarket business, service, and pump repairs, increase service agreements, Digital service and promote acceptance of the company's products and services. Maintain collaborative relationships with sales and service delivery teammates.
• Prepare quotations and negotiates pricing with customers on a project-by-project basis, in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Promotes the image of the Company, its products and services and demonstrates and instructs in their uses.
• Performs troubleshooting and emergency call outs as may be required; assists with equipment start up and training as may be necessary.
• Responsible for selection of equipment without written specifications and submitting sales forecasts supported by market trends, competition, etc., and provides follow-up information on quoted jobs as outlined by the Service Director.
• Stays abreast of the service industry trends, evolutions and applications. Keeps Management informed of competitive conditions and makes recommendations on product changes, additions, or new products with major potential.
• Comply with all health and safety initiatives to ensure the Company remains a safe workplace.

Your background

We imagine that you have:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering or other technical degree, or a combination of training, education, and experience.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of sales/engineering experience in an aftermarket business environment.
• Experience and success in sales of products and services within the water, wastewater, industrial, and building services industry including centrifugal and vertical turbine pumps and other rotating equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, controls or rotating equipment and aspects of operation, installation, and maintenance.
• The ability to work with detailed specifications and industry standards.
• The ability to manage multiple, divergent priorities, and work independently with a high degree of accuracy to meet customer requirements and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to foster collaboration, accountability, and customer-centricity. Professional telephone skills and good written and verbal English language communication skills to receive and give information and make presentations.
• Highly organized and focused on meeting goals and objectives.
• Proficiency in the use of ERP systems, Microsoft Office products, and product sizing software.
• The willingness to travel up to 50% if necessary, within the territory and the country (fleet vehicle provided). Thus, candidates should be able to maintain valid identification.

The pay range for this position is $79,461.00-112,880.00. Actual pay will depend upon skill set, experience, and location. Grundfos salary rates are benchmarked and reflect the target for new hire salaries for the position in Illinois.

What's in it for you?

You'll be an invaluable part of our global leadership team, a diverse network of pioneers guiding others in seeing possibilities, not problems. You'll be instrumental in spreading our optimistic, can-do attitude to advance global innovation and a clear sense of purpose, embodyingoursix core values, guiding our colleagues in living them day by day, and making a difference in global projects. We support you in navigating your own career and development path, offering you tools to hone your leadership craft, both within your field and to broaden your interest or expertise in areas such as diversity & inclusion, coaching and culture.

In addition, your day-to-day benefits include:

• Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
• If you'll be working from your home office, we'll make sure you are well equipped with a workstation. However, you are always welcome to our offices where you can engage, learn, and have fun with colleagues.
• On the top of it, flexible working hours and up to 20 paid vacation days. Vacation hours are accrued on a prorated basis, based on your hire date within the calendar year.
• Annual bonuses, parental support, internal well-being consultants and programs.
• Competitive medical insurance rates medical, dental, and vision plans; and a 401(k)-match program.
• Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.

Do you want to learn more?

If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking "Apply".

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