BEST - Technical Sales - Equipment - Auburn Hills, MI

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What we offer
Competitive total compensation ranges from $60k to $83k
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time -

15 days of vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays
Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to; 401k, Medical, Dental and Vision care -

Available day one
Encouraging and collaborative team environment

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What you will do
Our

Early Career

Sales Engineering (BEST) Program

is a 6-month technical sales development program for

Recent College Graduates

that focuses on creating market share by strategic selling Johnson Controls' HVAC products and services to commercial customers. In this program you will have a chance to apply your technical engineering knowledge and business acumen to work with customers to better understand their product and project needs by being the subject matter expert. As part of the program, you will participate in a 6-month training and development program combining classroom, field orientation, and on the job training. You will learn our mechanical equipment and service offerings, customer relationship techniques and leadership skills in preparation for supporting customers in your territory alongside the sales team. You will be prepared to consult with architects, engineers, and building owners on product selections; partner with and learn from internal experts and deliver on business goals. You will be a critical part of a local sales team and a national network of sales professionals.

How you will do it
Estimate job bids and prepare proposals with contractors, architects and building owners
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors
Complete sales calls to generate new business and build on existing relationships
Present solutions to customers for consideration
Collect and analyze market intelligence
Turn projects over to operations team for execution and installations

What we look for
Required:
Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in a technical field (engineering, construction management, IT etc.) and graduating by December 2025 or June 2026.
Strong analytical ability to solve problems and ability to learn quickly
Ability to manage multiple projects and cross-functional teams with minimum guidance
Strong communication and teamwork skills
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency
Preferred:
Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree, strongly preferred
Previous sales, engineering or business experiences through co-ops, internships, part-time or full-time jobs

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