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Shermco

Electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services

Territory Account Manager - Electrical/Industrial

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHouston, TX, USA$100k - $130k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred, or equivalent education and experience, in Engineering or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of successful outside business-to-business sales experience; experience in engineering, industrial, or heavy commercial industries is preferred.
  • Candidates with a successful sales track record in a power-related industry are preferred, particularly high-voltage electrical equipment testing and maintenance, electrical field services, field commissioning and acceptance testing, engineering including arc flash, coordination studies, transient studies, load-flow analysis and power engineering, or small-scale electrical transmission and distribution or substation construction projects.
  • Ability to be self-directed and highly motivated.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, written and oral presentation skills, and a solid understanding of profitability and other financial measurements.
  • Strong sales and negotiation skills, ability to interact successfully with key customer decision makers and influencers, prospect new customers, and forecast future business.
  • Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge and consultative skills.
  • Basic computer skills using Excel, Word, Adobe, and Microsoft Outlook.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, and drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to pass a fit-for-duty physical exam when required, a pre-employment drug test, periodic unannounced random drug tests, and a pre-employment criminal background check.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to maintain a good driving record.
  • Ability to travel overnight approximately 10–20% of the time to visit customers and prospective customers and attend trade shows.
  • Ability to drive for extended periods, work at a desk or cubicle on a PC, and visit and tour varying customer sites, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Fluent ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

  • Provide account management and sales targeting industrial customers, data centers, hospitals, and electrical contractors to sell electrical testing, maintenance, repair, and engineering services.
  • Perform direct sales and business development activities to grow and retain business and meet or exceed sales goals.
  • Qualify prospective sales opportunities and determine which opportunities to pursue.
  • Attain yearly multi-million-dollar sales budgets.
  • Identify, develop, and implement sales strategies.
  • Assist in preparing estimates, sales proposals, and sales presentations.
  • Visit assigned accounts regularly to maintain strategic relationships and identify account changes and opportunities promptly.
  • Maintain industry knowledge and improve technical knowledge based on market requirements.
  • Support marketing activities for sales growth, including road shows, national conferences, trade shows, sales training, and trade organization engagement.
  • Manage pricing and channel issues involving competitive quotes and cross-selling conflicts.
  • Support accounts through sales, securing purchase orders, negotiating terms and conditions, and maintaining customer relations.
  • Perform job walks.
  • Act as a primary liaison between sales and production to qualify opportunities.
  • Support lunch-and-learn sessions and lead customer discussions.
  • Work with the Customer Service group to enhance customers' buying experience.
  • Support training events and trade shows.
  • Import sales activity into the customer relationship management system.

Desired Qualifications

  • Preference is given to candidates with a successful sales track record in a power-related industry, particularly high-voltage electrical equipment testing and maintenance, electrical field services, field commissioning and acceptance testing, engineering including arc flash, coordination studies, transient studies, load-flow analysis and power engineering, or small-scale electrical transmission and distribution or substation construction projects.

About the Company

Shermco

Electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services

Shermco provides electrical testing, maintenance, and engineering services across North America for industrial, commercial, and utility clients. Its offerings include rotating machinery service and repair, protection and control testing, commissioning, wind energy services, field services, in-shop services, systems integration, specialty services, disaster recovery, and industry-specific training. The company earns revenue through service contracts, project-based work, and training programs. Shermco uses on-site field work, shop-based repair, and specialized testing and engineering to ensure electrical system reliability and safety. Unlike many competitors, it combines a broad range of services (from rotating machinery to wind energy and disaster recovery) with accreditation by the InterNational Electrical Testing Association and a broad training ecosystem, aiming to be a trusted partner for ongoing electrical maintenance and safety across multiple sectors.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Irving, TX
Founded
1974

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