Sales Development Specialist

About The Role

SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in drive technology, manufacturing gear reducers, electric motors, variable frequency drives, and motion control solutions. We are known for our expert technical guidance, dependable quality, and world-class customer service, supported by a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and long-term partnerships.

Who We’re Looking For

We are hiring a Sales Development Specialist to join our Midwest / West Sales Teams. This role is a training opportunity to develop into a District Sales or other Sales role. Key responsibilities include:

• Completing cross-functional training in Production, Customer Service, Engineering, and Service to develop comprehensive product and application knowledge.
• Supporting District Sales and Customer Service teams with quoting, project management, CRM management, and customer account support.
• Conducting customer visits, sales calls, plant surveys, and joint calls with distributors and SEW-EURODRIVE personnel to identify application needs and drive sales growth.
• Providing technical, promotional, training, and sales support to OEMs, distributors, resellers, and end users.
• Developing and delivering customer training events, product demonstrations, trade shows, and seminars.
• Building expertise in SEW-EURODRIVE products, applications, and target industries to recommend and size solutions that best meet customer requirements.
• Aiding in distributor development and support to improve sales performance and service coverage.
• Maintaining accurate customer engagement records and sales activity through CRM tools.
• Traveling as required for customer visits, training, trade shows, and sales meetings, including occasional work outside standard business hours.
• Continuously expanding technical and product knowledge through formal and self-directed training while contributing to revenue growth across all SEW-EURODRIVE product lines.

Starting Pay Range

$45,000 - $65,000 Annual Salary. Compensation will be based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Candidates with additional relevant degrees or certifications and extensive experience may be considered for the higher end of the salary range.

Why SEW-EURODRIVE

At SEW-EURODRIVE, we invest in our people as much as we invest in our technology. We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation program
• Industry-leading benefits, including a lucrative 401(k) retirement plan
• A student loan repayment program
• Ongoing professional development and clear career growth opportunities

Job Qualifications

• Willing to relocate upon completion of training and availability of open positions for promotion.
• Valid Driver’s License and driving record satisfactory to SEW-EURODRIVE or otherwise be able to transport yourself to and from various locations, including customer facilities, to engage in diverse business activities.
• Eligible and authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing indefinite basis.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to sit, stand, and lift frequently and for extended periods.