Full-Time
Sales Account Executive
Sharp Electronics
501-1,000 employees
Electronics producer of displays and services
Compensation Overview
$30k - $42.9k/yr
No H1B Sponsorship
Columbia, SC, USA
Hybrid
Flexible hybrid work schedules.
 Sales & Account Management (1) |
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- BS/BA in Business administration or related field preferred
- B2B Outside sales experience in technology preferred
- Relevant industry experience accepted in lieu of a college degree
- Technology competent, understanding of MS Office applications and comfortable using Virtual Meeting Platforms (ie. MS Teams)
- Experience working with Salesforce.com or similar CRM
- Valid US driver’s license and reliable vehicle is required on a daily basis
- Prospecting and developing new business sales relationships within assigned territory
- Meet or exceed established sales quota by selling Sharp technology solutions and services
- Partner internally with sales, operations, and service teams to achieve customer satisfaction
- Secure weekly client meetings virtually or in-person
- Complete sales activities via CRM tool set
- Review weekly with management, prospecting activity, sales pipeline activity and client activity
- Present proposals, presentations, and demonstrate the value adds of Sharp Technology Solutions
- Manage the Pre to Post sales and operational actions for implementation of client solutions at customer locations
- Consistently achieve monthly activity and revenue goals
Sharp Electronics is a global electronics company that makes consumer electronics and business-to-business technology. Its products include consumer TVs under the AQUOS brand and a range of business solutions such as interactive displays, copiers, and IT services. Sharp’s products work by combining advanced display panels, sensors, connectivity, and software to deliver reliable consumer devices and integrated business solutions for classrooms, offices, and commercial settings. The company distinguishes itself through a long history of hardware innovations and a broad product mix that spans personal devices and workplace technologies, built on a legacy of engineering milestones like early liquid-crystal displays and all-transistor calculators. Its goal is to help people and organizations work more efficiently by providing dependable, high-quality electronics and intelligent display and IT solutions that keep pace with evolving needs.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$23.7M
Headquarters
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Founded
1912
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Taktiful alliance unlocks high-margin print via reduced proofing cycles.
- New 4K projectors with EDR boost cinema efficiency and exhibitor adoption.
- Compact 24-inch appliances target 66% small-space design gap in Spring 2026.
What critics are saying
- LCD panel losses persist post-Sakai shutdown, eroding profits.
- Kameyama plant sale failure to Foxconn blocks stable income.
- No LCD successor emerges, sustaining net losses through 2027.
What makes Sharp Electronics unique
- Sharp integrates Taktiful Reaktor with BP-1200S for 3D embellishment previews.
- Sharp launches world's quietest 2K cinema projector at CinemaCon 2026.
- Sharp's Celerity Oven uses Golden Heater for 3x faster hybrid cooking.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Assistance Plan
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
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Company News
FRANKLY SPEAKING: Sharp Electronics Japan appoints new president and CEO. Pictured above in 2020 (from left): Socially distanced during COVID are Mike Marusic, Frank Cannata, and Ted Kuwamura. The Cannata Report 33 learned last week from Sharp Electronics in New Jersey that a new president has been appointed in Japan. The Cannata Report 33 were informed it was Ted Kawamura, an old friend. To get the whole story, I reached out to Hiro Ueda to see if he could come up with some information about this important announcement. He happened to be in Japan at the time. As always, Hiro did not disappoint The Cannata Report 33. The Cannata Report 33 thank him profusely for acting as one of its staff in Japan to bring you this important news. The details are as such: Sharp announced on March 19 that Executive Vice President Tetsuji Kawamura (64) will be promoted to president, representative executive officer, and CEO effective April 1. Current President Masahiro Okitsu (68) will become vice chairman without representative authority. Under Kawamura, who has been leading new business development, the company aims to accelerate the creation of new growth pillars to replace its once-core LCD TV business. Kawamura has held leadership roles at Sharp's European headquarters and U.S. sales operations. After overseeing smart office and MFP-related businesses, he currently leads new business development. Sharp fell into net losses for two consecutive fiscal years ending March 2023 and March 2024 due to the slump in its liquid crystal display (LCD) panel business. Former President Po-Hsun Wu, from parent company Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn), effectively resigned to take responsibility, and Okitsu assumed the presidency in June 2024. The company has been advancing structural reforms, including ending production of TV LCD panels at its Sakai plant (Osaka Prefecture) in August 2024. As a result, Sharp returned to profitability in the fiscal year ending March 2025. For the fiscal year ending March 2026, the company expects increased profits, partly driven by last-minute demand for PCs ahead of the end of support for Microsoft's Windows 10. What technology will replace Sharp's LCD business? While overall performance has recovered, the LCD panel business continues to post losses. The planned sale of the second plant at the Kameyama factory (Mie Prefecture) to parent company Hon Hai fell through due to Hon Hai's change of plans. Hon Hai intends to repurpose the facility as a server production site. Had the sale gone through, Sharp could have secured stable income through both the sale proceeds and contract manufacturing from Hon Hai. The company is still seeking a buyer for the plant. Sharp has yet to establish a clear successor to LCDs as its main growth driver. One example is its EV electronic vehicle under development, which features a projector for watching movies and a table for reading, allowing the vehicle to function as "another room" when parked at home. However, it remains uncertain whether this business can grow into a company-wide growth engine comparable to its former LCD business. Kawamura's key challenge will be to fully stem losses in the LCD panel business while formulating and executing a new growth strategy for the company's future. Sharp Electronics in the United States is ecstatic as he was president here and led Sharp through the difficult COVID period and managed to grow the business: a great credit to him and the B2B team led by Mike Marusic, president and CEO of Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. It has been my good fortune to work with some outstanding Japanese executives for more than 40 years. Haruo Murase and Fujio Mitarai from Canon are two great examples who accomplished some amazing things in the United States; they continued when they returned to Japan. Ted is certainly in their class. Having Kawamura in the top position of Sharp Electronics is good news for Sharp's dealers, as he not only understands their business but also has a great relationship with many of them. The Cannata Report 33 look forward to seeing what products and services he will bring for U.S. distribution. With the Japanese fiscal year end coming in April, consider subscribing to the Domo Report.
Pulse Technology helps RailCats steelyard Stadium with new marquis sign. March 15, 2026 Pulse Technology, a technology company serving the IT, Managed Print Services, Audio Visual and other needs of businesses throughout the Midwest and beyond, recently completed the design and installation of a new, 17'x20' two-sided, billboard display for the semi-professional baseball team South Shore RailCats. The SteelYard Stadium, where the RailCats play home games, is owned by the City of Gary, IN. Several years after installing a sign 70' in the air, aimed at providing advertising messages to motorists on the I90 interstate, the city and the team experienced problems with their billboard. The original provider was unable to provide replacement parts. The result is that the sign was inoperative and the team - and the city - needed a solution. The RailCats marquis sign is used to provide high-visibility messaging aimed at motorists traveling along the I90 interstate, and is a source of ongoing revenue for the team. The RailCats were feeling the pressure of downtime. Without a functioning sign, advertisers who contracted for specific times to have their messages displayed were not getting their messages out. The RailCats organization pressured the city to find a solution and find one quickly. Without the ability to showcase display advertising, there was less incoming revenue - not to mention dissatisfied advertisers. The first sign had only been in use for a few years when the breakdown occurred, and that is when Pulse Technology got the "at bat" to provide a solution. Paul Miceli, Director of Audio Visual at Pulse Technology, said, "The existing sign from their previous provider did not provide a good ROI for the city. With no parts available, leading to extensive downtime, they needed a solution that would help them get a sign back up and once again generate revenue through advertisements. It was important for them to get it right." Because Pulse partners with a number of leading sign manufacturers, including Watchfire and Sharp, Pulse was able to provide a state-of-the-art sign to meet the specifications needed, while working to determine the best resolution for the display's images (in this case, 16mm for optimal view from the nearby interstate). A deciding factor in Pulse's selection as provider for the city is that Pulse offered a ten-year service contract to cover parts and labor for the sign. "Other sign companies don't offer this level of commitment," Miceli said. "It is important for any municipality or business considering signage to read the fine print in the agreements with providers, and to select someone with the experience to guide them in the right direction." He added, "And it is important to leverage your provider's relationship with sign manufacturers to be certain that you are getting the right equipment that will do the job." He added, "An ongoing maintenance program helps identify potential problems before they become problems and avoids downtime. In the same way that we provide ongoing monitoring of companies' IT systems we believe in the proactive approach." "We have had considerable experience in designing both indoor and outdoor signage," Miceli said. "We are pleased to have provided the City of Gary and the RailCats a cost-effective, dynamic display. We look forward to seeing the RailCats have a great season, and we're happy to have helped them get their advertising and messages back on track." About Pulse Technology Pulse Technology is a leader in the field of print management, network services (IT), and other office solutions including furniture design and sales, office products, mailing equipment and their supplies, as well as custom and promotional products, with a history dating back to 1955. Pulse Technology is the re-branded name for several well-known area businesses: Des Plaines Office Equipment, McShane's, and Kramer Leonard. With locations in Merrillville, IN, Schaumburg, IL, and also serving the Brookfield, WI area, Pulse Technology meets the needs of businesses across the Midwest and recently celebrated its 70th anniversary. The firm provides products and services to a diverse client base that includes schools, hospitals, law offices, accounting firms, and financial institutions, among others. The firm has won the Sharp Document's Hyakuman Kai award for sales excellence since 1988 and the Elite Dealer by The Week in Imaging since 2007 and has been named to the Inc. 5000 list for fastest-growing businesses across the United States. Pulse Technology has also won the Better Business Bureau's Torch Award, and the ENX Magazine Difference Maker recognition. Pulse Technology has also been named to the "Best Places to Work in Illinois" for 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025. For additional information, please call 847-879-6400 or visit https://pulsetechnology.com. Or visit the Pulse Technology LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/pulse-tech/
The unspoken pain of presentation technology. Press play to listen to this content The Pocono Mountain School District in Pennsylvania worked with Sharp and its longtime partner, Jay's Business Systems, to modernize learning across its campuses. The district replaced a mixed, aging fleet with 66 Sharp MFPs and refreshed classrooms with 300 75" Sharp AQUOS BOARD(R) interactive displays. Teachers also received 750 Dynabook Tecra(R) laptops, delivering the speed and reliability they need every day. The result is a simpler, more secure, and more connected environment, with less downtime, supported by a responsive team that has been a trusted partner for over a decade. SOURCE Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) Post navigation.
This oven uses a Golden Heater to cook your chicken up to 3x faster. By Gian Estrada February 19, 2026 2 Mins Read Sharp has unveiled its Celerity High-Speed Oven at KBIS 2026 and introduced a new "Golden Heater" system that aims to reduce cooking times significantly while maintaining the texture and browning expected from a conventional oven. The 30-inch wall oven combines the Golden Heater with True European Convection and inverter-controlled microwave power, creating a hybrid cooking approach that blends radiant heat, circulating air and microwave energy in one cavity. Sharp states that the system can cook a whole chicken up to three times faster than a conventional oven, reflecting a broader industry push toward time-saving appliances that merge multiple cooking technologies. Hybrid ovens have gained traction as households prioritise speed and versatility over single-function appliances, especially in kitchens where space constraints limit the number of dedicated cooking devices. Recommended videos How to enable the Always-On display on Poco F8 Pro and Ultra NOW PLAYING How to Schedule a Reboot on Poco F8 Pro and Ultra, so you never have to remember again! #pocof8pro HP LaserJet M234dw Review | Fast, compact & affordable laser printer Poco F8 Pro and Ultra tip - Enable the fastest charging possible #shorts #tips #tech The coolest feature on Poco F8 Pro/Ultra: Super Wallpapers! #pocoF8pro #pocof8ultra HP EliteBook X G1a with AMD Ryzen(TM) AI 9 HX 375 PRO processor | All the power you need? HP EliteBook X G1a with AMD Ryzen(TM) AI 9 HX 375 PRO - your next small business laptop? #ad The Celerity High-Speed Oven supports nine cooking modes, including air fry, grill, convection bake, convection roast and microwave options, allowing users to adapt cooking methods without switching appliances. Sharp integrates inverter-controlled microwave technology to regulate power delivery more precisely than traditional on-off cycling, a method that can help maintain moisture levels while still achieving surface browning. Broader kitchen lineup expansion. Sharp also expanded its Microwave Drawer Oven range with new Elegant White and Matte Black finishes, aligning the sliding-drawer design with current kitchen colour trends and built-in aesthetics. The Microwave Drawer configuration reduces overhead reaching by installing below the counter and supports touchless operation through Easy Wave Open, reflecting growing demand for accessibility-focused kitchen layouts. Sharp introduced additional countertop microwave models, counter-depth refrigerators, ranges and dishwashers as part of its 2026 suite, signalling a wider refresh across its premium appliance portfolio. The company lists dishwasher noise levels of 44-49 dBA for new models, placing them within the quiet-operation range typical of mid- to high-end kitchen installations. Sharp showcased the new appliances at booth S25091 during KBIS 2026 in Florida, although the company has not yet detailed pricing or retail availability timelines. Further information on release schedules and regional distribution is expected following the show as Sharp rolls out its 2026 kitchen lineup across US retailers. Why trust our journalism? Founded in 2003, Trusted Reviews exists to give our readers thorough, unbiased and independent advice on what to buy. Today, we have millions of users a month from around the world, and assess more than 1,000 products a year. Editorial independence. Editorial independence means being able to give an unbiased verdict about a product or company, with the avoidance of conflicts of interest. To ensure this is possible, every member of the editorial staff follows a clear code of conduct. Professional conduct. We also expect our journalists to follow clear ethical standards in their work. Our staff members must strive for honesty and accuracy in everything they do. We follow the IPSO Editors' code of practice to underpin these standards.
Sharp cooks up new compact kitchen appliances with Fresh designs for small space needs. New Sharp x Apartment Therapy data finds 66% of small-space residents struggle to find design-forward options. As demand for smaller homes grows, premium kitchen options haven't kept pace. Sharp fills the gap with compact appliances that deliver high-end design and big-kitchen performance MONTVALE, N.J., Feb. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Sharp Home Electronics Company of America (SHCA), the consumer division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, today announced new additions to its suite of compact kitchen appliances that bring premium style to small spaces, and answer the needs of those looking for high design and innovation. From refrigerators to dishwashers, Sharp's compact kitchen suite delivers for small spaces. According to data from Sharp and Apartment Therapy, 66 percent of people living in small spaces struggle to find compact appliance options that feel well-designed, as opposed to "apartment-grade," and 59 percent are frustrated with inefficient storage in their kitchens. With over 20 new products debuting at the 2026 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) from February 17 - 19, 2026, Sharp addresses the functionality needs of kitchens big and small, showing that technology and design in the kitchen can move in step with your needs, and find its place even in the smallest spaces. "At Sharp, we design products that work in step with our customers' living spaces and needs," said Grace Dolan, Senior Vice President of SHCA. "By listening closely to our customers, we understand the importance of offering both enhanced technology and stunning design for small kitchens. The newest products reflect Sharp's commitment to impacting daily living through accessible and enjoyable cooking and kitchen experiences." Among the new appliances is the 24" Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator (SJG1166SNS) that boasts a luxurious exterior design and built-in look to accommodate a small kitchen. Born from customer affection for Sharp's 24" Bottom-Freezer Counter Depth Refrigerator, this new model arrives in Spring 2026 with smart storage and organization solutions, now paired with French doors to appeal to wider tastes and needs. Features include 11.3 cu. ft. capacity, flexible shelving, and a 4.6 cu. ft. two-drawer freezer that maximizes space without sacrificing style. With fingerprint-resistant stainless steel, bright LED lighting, and a dual-purpose Fresh Converter Drawer, it delivers efficient, quiet performance. Another highlight of the new compact kitchen appliances is the 24" Wall Oven (SWA2462SNS), available Spring 2026. Its sleek aesthetic elevates small kitchen design, while it offers a true European convection oven with an air fryer. A 2.5 cu. ft. oven, it's equipped with a pizza mode, temperature probe, glide rack and soft close door. Sharp's expanded line of compact kitchen appliances also includes the Sharp 24" Counter-Depth Refrigerator (SJB10455NS) and Sharp 24" Range Hood (SHC2443SNS). These join the beloved Convection Microwave Drawer(TM) Oven (SMD2499FS), Steam Oven (SSC2489GS), Over-The-Range Microwave Oven (SMO1461GS), Dishwasher (SDW4523MS) and Cooktops (SC42442FB and SCH2443GB). Sharp's booth at KBIS (#S25091) is showcasing both its compact kitchen appliances and full-size appliance suite. For more information, visit https://www.sharpusa.com. About Sharp Home Electronics Company of America SHCA is the Consumer Products Division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Sharp Corporation. Sharp is the only Japanese brand in the U.S. to offer a complete portfolio of major kitchen appliances, designed around people and backed by a long-standing commitment to quality and reliability. Sharp's kitchen portfolio includes its category-defining Sharp Microwave Drawer(TM) ovens, Celerity(TM) High-Speed Ovens, SuperSteam+(TM) ovens, and Sharp Carousel(R) microwave ovens. The company's broader consumer portfolio also includes AQUOS(TM) TVs and Plasmacluster(R) Ion air purifiers. SHCA operates through three distinct groups. Sharp Electronics Marketing Company of America (SEMCA) leads sales and brand strategy from New Jersey. Sharp Manufacturing Company of America (SMCA) produces cooking appliances in Memphis, TN and Sharp Services and Support Group (SSG) provides nationwide customer service, warranties, and technical support. Sharp Corporation is named among the top electronics companies on Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies for 2026 while Sharp Electronics Corporation is recognized as a 2025 Best Places to Work in NJ for the fifth consecutive year. It has received multiple honors including the Globee Gold Award for Customer Service Champion of the Year. Learn more at http://www.sharpusa.com/. Sharp, AQUOS, Carousel, Microwave Drawer, Celerity, SuperSteam+, Plasmacluster, and all related trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sharp Corporation and/or its affiliated companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. About Apartment Therapy Media Founded in 2001 and developed into a media company in 2005, Apartment Therapy Media helps people make their homes more organized, healthy, and beautiful by connecting them to a wealth of resources, ideas, and community through its brands, Apartment Therapy, The Kitchn, Cubby, and Dorm Therapy. Apartment Therapy is the leading independent home site, designed to inspire anyone to live a happy life at home. Launched by interior designer Maxwell Ryan (nicknamed "the apartment therapist") as a weekly newsletter for clients, Apartment Therapy grew to become a top source for design inspiration, real-life solutions, and an inside look at how people live. Apartment Therapy is a Webby-award winning brand attracting a monthly global audience of 17M with content spanning across house tours, home projects, organizing & cleaning, real estate, wellness, and home buying. SOURCE Sharp Home Electronics Company of America