Sales Engineer - Heat Technology & Packaging Innovation

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📍 Location: Greater Chicago Area

🔍 Industry: Packaging industry

🪄 Skills: Project ManagementCustomer serviceNegotiationRelationship managementSales experienceLead Generation

Proven success in consultative technical sales, ideally with experience in the packaging industry, capital goods, machinery, or industrial equipment.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sales, business administration, or a related field.
Ability to sell complex products that require detailed technical explanations.
Background in the packaging sector preferred; existing network is a significant asset.
Strong customer service and negotiation skills with organized work habits.
Experience in a global or international setting is a plus.

Initiate contact with target customers and implement lead generation strategies.
Prospect and qualify sales leads through direct outreach and industry events.
Respond to RFPs/RFQs from current key accounts.
Use solution-based selling techniques to demonstrate product value.
Work with sales representatives to nurture client relationships.
Facilitate communication between US customers and project teams in Germany.