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Pentair

Technical Sales Representative

Pentair, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Description

At Pentair, you will work alongside passionate problem-solvers who are committed to the future of our planet. We put our purpose into practice, inspiring people to move, improve and enjoy life’s essential resources for happier, healthier lives. From our residential and business water solutions to our sustainable innovations and applications, our 9,750 global employees serve customers in more than 150 countries, working to help improve lives and the environment around the world.

We have an opportunity for a Technical Sales Representative to join our Pleatco Filtration North America sales team, covering the Great Lakes region. This business is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of replacement cartridge filters, pleated bags and fabric filters, specifically designed for OEM dust collectors, bag houses and dry process systems. You will identify, develop, and grow key accounts, as well as identify new accounts, by understanding client requirements, designing solutions, and articulating the value of Pentair’s products, solutions, and technologies.

Ideal location Ideal candidates will live anywhere in the Great Lakes region, including MN, WI, MI, IL, IN, KY, OH, and PA.

You Will

Maximize sales revenue of established accounts and target new business opportunities with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and distributor partners through the development of key personal relationships and technical sales presentations/demonstrations.

Develop and utilize a strong technical understanding of our products across the entire professional channel/portfolio to address customer needs, promote brand awareness, and deliver technical presentations.

Collaborate with OEMs and internal teams to bring ideas and innovation together to develop new solutions, grow market share, and penetrate new markets.

Use market trend knowledge to develop sales tools and account plans to achieve and exceed sales targets.

Partner with internal teams in the bid and proposal process and clearly understand all customer needs and expectations, including negotiating terms and conditions when appropriate.

Provide feedback for innovation, voice of the customer (VoC), capture market and industry trends, competition intel, and customer purchasing strategies to develop new solutions and grow market share.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.); Engineering degree preferred.

3–5 years of relevant industrial sales experience with ability to understand customer needs, identify solutions, and build long-term relationships; motivated to explore new markets and accounts.

Strong technical aptitude to understand and interpret mechanical systems (processing, filtration, etc.).

Knowledge of or experience with dust collection or industrial filtration technology is a plus.

Excellent presentation skills with experience presenting technical product information and/or training.

Team-oriented with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Travel 20–30% overnight travel across the Great Lakes region to meet with existing accounts and pursue new business development, including customer visits and trade shows.

Compensation For California and New York City residents, the anticipated total target cash (TTC) range will be $87,500–$162,400. For all other candidates, the anticipated TTC range will be $79,500–$147,600 per year. Actual compensation is determined by experience, education, certifications, location, and business needs. This position may be eligible for additional compensation such as sales incentives.

Benefits As a Pentair employee, you would enjoy a wide array of benefits including health benefits, a generous 401(k), employee stock purchase program, disability, life, critical illness and accident insurance, parental and caregiver leave, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and wellness programs to support work/life balance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe it contributes different perspectives and ideas that help us improve every day.

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