How do they match: Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products

  • Sales Engineer

  • Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers where technical or scientific knowledge is required in such areas as biology, engineering, chemistry, and electronics, normally obtained from at least 2 years of postsecondary education.

  • Appraise equipment to determine contract terms or trade-in values.
  • Attend sales or trade meetings or read related publications to obtain information about market conditions, business trends, environmental regulations, or industry developments.
  • Consult with engineers regarding technical problems with products.
  • Identify prospective customers, using business directories, leads from existing clients, participation in organizations, or trade show or conference attendance.
  • Obtain building blueprints or specifications for use by engineering departments in bid preparations.
  • Select or assist customers in selecting products based on customer needs, product specifications, and applicable regulations.