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Technical Sales Manager

TEKsystems
$45.67 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Libertyville
Mar 03, 2026
TEKsystems is partnering with our client to hire a Technical Sales Manager who will play a key role in supporting channel partners and driving the adoption of our client's products. This role requires strong channel management experience, technical aptitude, and the ability to communicate confidently with customers and representatives across North America. Position Overview The Technical Sales Manager will own and strengthen customer and partner relationships throughout the U.S. and Canada. You will be responsible for revenue growth, technical support, commercial strategy, and representative management. This role combines technical knowledge with strong sales strategy and leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities Customer & Channel Management * Lead and manage customer relationships across the U.S. and Canada. * Drive revenue growth through OEMs, distributors, manufacturer representatives, and end users. * Manage and support independent manufacturer representatives, ensuring accountability to sales targets and pipeline development. * Coordinate national account strategies and act as a primary liaison between customers, representatives, engineering, operations, and leadership. Sales Strategy & Commercial Execution * Lead quotation strategies, pricing alignment, and commercial negotiations. * Maintain forecasting accuracy, pipeline visibility, and opportunity management. * Provide commercial and technical guidance on quotes, opportunities, and customer communications. Technical Support & Application Guidance * Deliver first-line technical assistance, including product selection, application recommendations, and troubleshooting. * Review customer specifications, requirements, and application details. * Serve as the technical escalation point prior to engineering involvement. * Collaborate with engineering and operations teams on complex technical issues. * Support internal teams to ensure strong understanding of products and their applications. Leadership & Team Development * Directly manage and develop two order entry associates. * Provide mentorship, support, and structure to enhance team performance. Skills & Qualifications Required: * Prior B2B sales experience in a technical environment. * Experience working with manufacturer reps, distributors, or OEM customers. * Technical proficiency with: * Discrete signals * Temperature measurement (thermocouples, RTDs) * Discrete DC signals * Frequency inputs * Strong customer communication skills and relationship management ability. * Excellent commercial judgment, negotiation skills, and organizational discipline. Preferred: * Electronics Engineering degree (strongly preferred but not required). * Previous leadership or team mentorship experience. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Libertyville, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.67 - $45.67/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Libertyville,IL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.