Sr. Technical Sales Engineer - Chatsworth, CA
 New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc | |
 United States, California, Chatsworth | |
 Jan 29, 2026 | |
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Occupational Summary:
The Senior Technical Sales Engineer will be responsible for establishing, enhancing and managing a specified territory (Southern California Area) or group of accounts to accomplish revenue and other goals and objectives set by the company. Requirements: Education: Bachelor's Degree in mechanical engineering or closely related technical degree. A Business degree may be substituted if there is sufficient technical work experience. Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years' experience OEM sales and/or engineering Minimum of 5-7 years of industry experience and/or with specified products Demonstrated achievement of sales goals Job Skills: * Computer skills required: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power Point and CRM * Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation communication skills. * Strong interpersonal skills. * Demonstrated leadership skills * Strong public speaking and influence skills * Strong negotiation skills * Strong analytical and problem solving skills * Strong project management skills * Familiarity with SolidWorks or Auto CAD is a plus Abilities: * Ability to analyze sales leads and determine fit, function and lifetime value for NHBB * Frequent travel required (50% plus) * Able to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of the organization * Demonstrated ability to act with professionalism and sense of urgency * Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer base within the industry * Ability to work with Marketing and Field Sales to accurately forecast future business * Ability to make recommendations and influence both up and down throughout the organization. * Demonstrate the ability to interface well internally, and with customers, including Purchasing, Quality, and Engineering personnel * Ability to prioritize duties and maximize productivity * Able to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of the organization Other Requirements: Note: Physical job requirements may include: * Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. * Able to travel as needed. * Must be able to access and navigate each department at organizations' facilities; both internally as well as customers. Duties and Responsibilities: * Proactively develop, maintain and manage relationships with customer's needs * Proactively work with customer portfolio to identify business opportunities.. * Provide support and timely communication to inside sales teams (AR's) at all factory locations in the company. * Assist in the account strategy, quoting, technical requirements, training, and sales negotiations. * Effectively use the CRM tool to maximize sales and opportunities. * Prepare business plans * Time Management; Plan and schedule customer visits on a regular basis * Timely communication of all issues to and from customers to the company. * Expense control * Prepare month-end reports for management by customer, product and factory location with summarized information as necessary. * Perform other duties as related to the job function as required SECONDARY TASKS - Following are responsibilities that are required occasionally. * Support divisional goals and sales directives * Identify customer needs, provide recommendations, implement solutions * Departmental assistance and other projects as assigned Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description doesn't constitute a contract of employment and the company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, knowledge, skills and abilities required for this job. These are the minimum requirements; employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, proper attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors - at a minimum. Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S. Pay Range: $90,000 to $115,000 DOE #nhb123 #NHBBC | |