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$85k–$95k/yr
Other
bachelor degree
Medical insurance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k) with employer match
Posted 20d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Leads high-level technical engagements and manages complex projects including specification and estimating for strategic customers. Mentors junior sales specialists and partners with engineering to evaluate new product opportunities.
Requirements
Requires a minimum of eight years of experience in technical sales or industrial automation and expert knowledge of control systems and valves. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred.
Full job description
Job DetailsJob Location: Bensenville, IL 60106Salary Range: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 Base+Commission/monthFounded in 1983, Kele Inc. is a leading distribution, and solutions partner with national reach and a global presence. Built around our customers and powered by our people, Kele provides millions of in-stock parts from more than 300 brands to drive automation & efficiency in nearly every type of facility, from office towers and factories to data centers and hospitals.
Our goal is to empower progress for maintenance managers, engineers, contractors, and all those building the future. We do this by delivering parts rapidly, providing custom assemblies upstream, and offering unmatched support to ensure projects run smoothly and downtime is minimized.
With 12 locations nationwide and headquarters in Tennessee, Kele combines deep technical expertise, rapid logistics, and a solutions-first mindset to help customers simplify supply chains, meet tight schedules, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
Kele fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and customer obsession, empowering associates at every level to contribute, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
We are currently hiring for the role of Senior Technical Sales Specialist.
SUMMARY
The Senior Technical Sales Specialist is the highest-level role in the Inside Sales team. This role combines expert-level technical knowledge with strategic customer engagement and mentoring responsibilities. It is ideal for someone who thrives in solving complex problems, leading technical efforts, and influencing customers and team success.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leads high-level technical engagements with strategic customers, offering expert consultation and custom solutions. Manages large or complex projects, including project specification, estimating, and coordination with vendors and engineering. Mentors Sales Specialists and Technical Sales Specialists; act as escalation point for advanced issues. Supports Sales Management with product trends, training initiatives, and customer insights. Develops and maintains advanced product documentation, application guides, and training content. Provides subject matter expertise in customer and internal technical training. Partners with Product Management and Engineering to evaluate new product opportunities or technical gaps. Proactively identifies process improvements and participates in cross-department initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, industrial technology, or related field Minimum of eight years in technical sales, engineering, or industrial automation Expert-level knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, valves, and panel engineering Ability to lead technical presentations and influence customer purchasing decisions Strong project management and mentoring capabilities Advanced skills in ERP, Microsoft Office, and valve and instrumentation sizing software
Kele Companies offers all full-time associates the following benefits and perks:
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
HSA
FSA (medical and dependent care) 401(k) with employer match up to 4% with immediate vesting Employer-paid short- and long-term disability coverage Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental life for employees and dependents available Paid time off and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement
We Make it Easy for Building & Industrial Automation Professionals.
Industry
Wholesale
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Founded
1983
Headquarters
Bartlett, TN
LinkedIn followers
5,104
As a leading stocking distributor of building and industrial automation solutions, Kele is built to simplify your supply chain and make life on the job easier. With 14 locations across the U.S. and an international presence in Singapore, we deliver the products, expertise, and personal support where and when you need it.
From sourcing to project services, custom panel builds, and in-field technical support, our team puts the customer at the center of everything we do. We partner with 300+ top manufacturers, offer live inventory visibility online, and can delivery to over 70% of the U.S. in two days or less for the price of ground.
We know your work is complex. That’s why we’re built to respond quickly, solve problems, and keep you moving. Because when your job gets easier, everyone wins.
Visit kele.com or stop by one of our local locations today - we’re here to help you build what’s next.
Our company of brands include Kele, MI Controls, Lesman, AC Controls, Atech, & Ponton. Control Consultants Inc and Temperature Control Systems are now Kele.
Offices: 3300 Brother Blvd, Bartlett, TN 38133, US
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