Technical Sales Engineer - Cutting Tools NW IL/SW WI

Seco Tools is a global, innovative company seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to represent their metal cutting solutions in the Northwest Illinois/Southwest Wisconsin area. The role involves managing and growing business with end users and distributor partners while providing tailored metal cutting solutions to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and grow business with both end users and distributor partners
• Consult with customers to provide metal cutting solutions tailored to their manufacturing needs
• Develop new business and maintain strong relationships with existing accounts
• Travel regularly throughout the territory (50-60%) to engage customers and partners
• Balance technical solution selling with territory planning, sales administration, and reporting
• 60% End User Account Management & New Business Development – Drive growth by developing new customers and expanding business with existing accounts
• 25% Distributor Channel Management – Collaborate closely with distributor partners through joint calls, leads, and technical support
• 15% Territory Planning and Administration – Manage sales activities, planning, and reporting to drive results

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of successful technical, consultative sales experience in manufacturing or distribution environments
• Strong technical aptitude with proven experience in metal cutting or manufacturing solutions
• Ability to work independently in a home or virtual office environment
• Skilled in qualifying, demonstrating, and influencing customers
• Proactive, self-directed, and results-oriented with a solution-driven mindset
• Willingness to travel extensively in the region and surrounding areas
• Must live inside the geographic assigned territory