Industrial Machinery Sales Representative

Overview

A growing packaging, automation, and industrial solutions company is seeking an Industrial Machinery Sales Representative to help expand its packaging automation equipment division. This individual will work closely with customers and internal sales teams to identify automation opportunities, recommend equipment solutions, and drive machinery sales growth.

The ideal candidate combines strong sales abilities with technical aptitude and enjoys helping customers solve operational challenges through automation and equipment solutions. Success will be measured by new business development, machinery revenue growth, customer relationship management, and successful sales execution.

Responsibilities

Generate new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, referrals, trade shows, and customer outreach

Identify customer packaging and operational challenges and recommend appropriate machinery and automation solutions

Conduct customer meetings, facility walkthroughs, and equipment consultations

Present machinery capabilities, technical specifications, and operational benefits to customers

Develop proposals, quotations, and equipment recommendations

Partner with sales representatives to support customer presentations and technical discussions

Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with customers and prospects

Manage sales opportunities through the full sales cycle, from initial contact through closing

Collaborate with internal teams to support equipment implementation and customer onboarding

Maintain accurate sales activity and pipeline information within company systems

Consistently achieve or exceed sales and revenue goals

Stay current on industry trends, automation technology, and competitive solutions

Qualifications

Proven B2B sales experience, preferably involving industrial equipment, machinery, automation, manufacturing, or technical products

Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand technical equipment and applications

Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Ability to identify customer needs and recommend value-driven solutions

Self-motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple opportunities simultaneously

Experience conducting customer site visits and operational assessments preferred

Packaging machinery, automation, material handling, or capital equipment sales experience is a plus

Experience with stretch wrappers, baggers, conveyors, case sealers, or related machinery is a plus

Familiarity with CRM systems and sales reporting tools

Ability to travel locally for customer meetings and industry events

Compensation & Benefits

First-year earnings expectation of $80,000-$90,000+ commission

Healthcare benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Opportunity for long-term growth

About the Employer

Our client is a well-established packaging and industrial solutions provider serving businesses throughout the Northeast. For more than 30 years, the company has helped customers improve operational efficiency through packaging supplies, automation equipment, technical expertise, and consultative service. As demand for automation continues to accelerate, the company is investing heavily in expanding its machinery and equipment offerings and is seeking talented professionals to help drive the next phase of growth.

EEO Statement:

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Please Note:

Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. The employer’s name will be disclosed during the interview process, and all hiring decisions will be made directly by the client.