Technical Sales Associate bei CPV Manufacturing

CPV Manufacturing is an industrial valve manufacturer located in Kennett Square, Pa.  We are looking for a Technical Sales Associate responsible for growing sales with targeted existing customers while also prospecting new business based on ideal customer profiles.  This position supports outside sales in developing and growing sales to end users, OEM customers, and distributors within the United States and Canada.  If you are passionate about providing world-class customer service, apply today!  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving sales growth
• Supports outside sales in developing new sales primarily in the commercial (non-government) sector. Target markets to include:  the Power industry, the Industrial Gas industry, the Petrochemical industry, the Oil & Gas industry, and the Commercial Shipbuilding industry
• Suggests and implements improvements to the sales administration process
• Uses tools to track and analyze sales productivity
• Maintains and helps to grow sales with existing customers 
• Generates appointments and sales opportunities using existing contacts, networking and cold calling
• Takes multichannel approach leveraging social selling skills and tools to engage with new customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a customer service position for a technical product, sales experience with valves and fittings preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology preferred

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Familiar with Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel
• Able to perform data entry procedures accurately and in a time conscious manner
• Attention to detail 
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve 

 Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Ability to use a computer is required for this position.  The work environment is primarily in the office, noise level is minimal
• Ability to wear PPE