Sales Engineer
American Heart Association · Dallas, TX
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Dallas, TX
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Job highlights
- Drive sales tactics for quality improvement programs.
- Liaise between Marketing and Sales teams.
- Support product launches with technical expertise.
- Analyze market trends and customer feedback.
- Optimize sales processes for customer success.
About the role
Sales Engineer
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Sales Engineer, supporting our National Center office. This role can be home-based.
The Sales Engineer serves as a strategic partner in driving sales tactics and acting as a primary liaison between Marketing and Sales. This role promotes new and existing quality improvement programs, supports product launches, and helps optimize sales processes to enhance customer engagement and program success.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of sales strategies for quality improvement programs.
- Serve as the liaison between Marketing and Sales to ensure cohesive messaging and campaign execution.
- Support product launches and promotional activities by providing technical expertise and sales enablement.
- Analyze market trends and customer feedback to inform sales tactics and product development.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sales processes and improve customer experience.
- Provide training and support to sales staff on new programs and technologies.
- Monitor and report on sales performance metrics and program effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of relevant experience with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Project management experience.
- Experience developing sales strategies and executing sales tactics.
- Strong technical knowledge with quality improvement programs.
- Advanced interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments.
- Strategic mindset, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving approach.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in healthcare and/or the nonprofit sector.
- Advanced data analysis and reporting skills; familiarity with CRM systems and data analytics tools.
Key skills/competency
- Sales Strategy
- Product Launch
- Technical Expertise
- Market Analysis
- Customer Feedback
- Sales Process Optimization
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Sales Training
- Performance Metrics
- Quality Improvement Programs
Skills & topics
- Sales Engineer
- Sales Strategy
- Product Launch
- Technical Sales
- Quality Improvement
- Marketing Liaison
- Customer Engagement
- Sales Enablement
- Business Development
- Healthcare Sales
- CRM
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- B2B Sales
- Nonprofit Sector
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your experience in sales strategy, technical expertise, and quality improvement programs, aligning with the Sales Engineer role at the American Heart Association.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your understanding of the AHA's mission and how your skills can drive sales and program success for their initiatives.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your project management experience, ability to collaborate cross-functionally, and your strategic approach to problem-solving.
- Showcase technical acumen: Demonstrate your knowledge of quality improvement programs and any experience with CRM systems or data analytics tools.
- Research the organization: Understand the American Heart Association's goals and how the Sales Engineer contributes to their mission of creating healthier communities.
Technical preparation
Master quality improvement program technical details.,Practice presenting sales enablement materials.,Familiarize with CRM and data analytics tools.,Develop strategies for new product launches.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex sales strategy you developed.,How do you collaborate with marketing and sales?,Provide an example of optimizing a sales process.,How do you analyze market trends for sales?
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the salary range for the Sales Engineer position at the American Heart Association?
- The American Heart Association advertises an expected pay range of $80,000 to $100,000 annually for the Sales Engineer role. The final salary will be commensurate with your experience, and geographic differentials may apply. The organization also reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range.
- Can I work remotely as a Sales Engineer for the American Heart Association?
- Yes, the Sales Engineer position supporting the National Center office for the American Heart Association can be home-based, meaning it offers a remote work arrangement.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Sales Engineer at the American Heart Association?
- As a Sales Engineer, you will lead sales strategies for quality improvement programs, act as a liaison between Marketing and Sales, support product launches with technical expertise, analyze market trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sales processes and customer experience.
- What qualifications are required for the Sales Engineer role?
- A Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field is required, along with 3+ years of relevant experience. Key qualifications include strong communication skills, project management experience, experience developing sales strategies, and strong technical knowledge of quality improvement programs.
- Does the American Heart Association offer benefits for a Sales Engineer?
- Yes, the American Heart Association offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive base salary, performance-based incentives, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a robust retirement program with employer match, an employee assistance program, and more. They also emphasize professional development and work-life harmonization.
- What is the American Heart Association's 2028 goal?
- The American Heart Association's 2028 goal is to drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities, building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health.
- How can I apply for the Sales Engineer job at the American Heart Association?
- To apply for the Sales Engineer position, you should typically visit the American Heart Association's careers page or the specific job listing on their portal. You will likely need to create an account and submit your tailored resume and cover letter through their online application system.