Summary
Join our expanding team as a Commercial Equipment Sales Specialist! This remote position, based in Chicago, offers a lucrative salary ($75,000-$90,000) plus commission and a clear path to leadership. You will sell commercial equipment (gondola shelving, transformers, refrigeration systems) to businesses. Responsibilities include client acquisition, product expertise, sales process management, and post-sale support. Top performers will be groomed for divisional leadership roles across the US. This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious sales professionals seeking career advancement.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of proven sales experience, preferably in commercial equipment, retail fixtures, or related fields
- Strong remote communication and presentation skills
- Self-motivated with excellent time management abilities
- Experience with CRM software and digital sales tools
- Problem-solving mindset with ability to understand client needs
- Technical aptitude to learn product specifications and applications
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough market research to identify potential clients across retail, grocery, convenience store, and industrial sectors
- Develop and execute personalized outreach strategies using email, phone, video conferencing, and social selling techniques
- Build and nurture relationships with key decision-makers at client organizations
- Serve as the trusted advisor for clients throughout their equipment purchasing journey
- Implement strategic account management plans for existing clients to maximize retention and expansion opportunities
- Become a subject matter expert in our complete product line, including technical specifications, applications, and competitive advantages
- Perform detailed needs assessments to understand client requirements for gondola shelving configurations, electrical transformer specifications, and refrigeration system requirements
- Conduct virtual showroom tours and product demonstrations using our 3D modeling software
- Create customized solutions that address specific client pain points and operational challenges
- Collaborate with our engineering team to develop tailored product modifications when standard offerings don't meet client needs
- Develop comprehensive sales proposals with detailed product specifications, pricing structures, and implementation timelines
- Navigate complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders and decision-makers
- Negotiate contracts while maintaining profit margins and relationship integrity
- Forecast sales accurately using our CRM system to support company planning and inventory management
- Analyze sales performance data to continuously refine your approach and maximize conversion rates
- Coordinate with our logistics, installation, and customer support teams to ensure seamless delivery and setup
- Conduct post-installation follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction and address any concerns
- Identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities within existing accounts
- Document case studies and success stories to support marketing efforts
- Collect and relay customer feedback to our product development team
- Mentor new sales team members and help develop their product knowledge and sales techniques
- Lead special projects to demonstrate strategic thinking and operational capabilities
- Contribute to quarterly business reviews and help shape divisional growth strategies
- Develop expertise in specific vertical markets to position yourself for specialized division leadership
Preferred Qualifications
- Leadership potential with strategic thinking abilities
- Vision for scaling operations in new markets
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($75K-$90K) plus uncapped commission structure
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Remote work flexibility with supportive virtual team environment
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