Sales Account Executive – Independent Contractor

If you are looking for a career with flexible hours and telecommuting that combines your sales passion, talent, relentless work ethic and a desire to be an important part of a growing company, then Shanghai Optics Inc. is the place for you. We are looking for an individual that is a self-driven with an entrepreneurial spirit, motivated, honest, and professional.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a hi-tech international company in the field of custom optics as a Sales Account Executive. Our dynamic environment provides great opportunity for the individuals who want to learn and attain a lifelong career in Photonics Industry. You will work with PhDs, researchers, engineers and scientists in the field of Defense, Security, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical and Industries worldwide.

To be considered for this position you need at least 5 years of B2B sales experience. We offer a very rewarding work environment with a competitive incentive program. This position has high earning potential with the ability to earn over $100K+ including commission and bonus.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

• Develop, building and maintain long term client relationships with domestic and international clients by assisting with product development from prototyping to volume production.
• Ability to learn photonics products and understand client’s design and prerequisites, to develop new clients and reengage former clients.
• Must have at least 5 years B2B sales experience and strong interpersonal skills with ability to understand technical engineering terminology/products and discuss solutions with clients along with strong ability to close a sale.
• Passionate about sales and love communicating with clients, have common sense approach to sales work and possess the right attitude to bounce back from sales rejections.
• Willing to interact with customers through phone calls, emails, Tradeshow Events as well as face to face or conference meetings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or work as part of a team.
• Well organized and detail oriented along with the ability to multi task and work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree preferred

Compensation:  Commission based and bonus eligibility