Field Sales Engineer / Business Development Executive (On-Ground Client Relations)
CogniForge Technologies · Gurugram, Haryana, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $90,000 / year
- Gurugram, Haryana, India
Job highlights
- Daily client visits for relationship building and sales.
- Generate qualified leads through direct outreach.
- Present solutions and negotiate deals strategically.
- Manage territory, identify market trends, and opportunities.
- Collaborate with technical teams for customized solutions.
About the role
Field Sales Engineer - CogniForge Technologies
We are looking for a proactive and energetic Field Sales Engineer who thrives outside the office and enjoys meeting clients face-to-face. This is a completely field-oriented role focused on daily client visits, relationship building, business development, and identifying new opportunities in the market. The ideal candidate should be confident, professional, technically aware, and capable of representing the company in front of clients across industries.
Role and Responsibilities (Field-First, Impact-Driven)
- Daily client visits to factories, industrial sites, and offices
- Generate qualified leads through direct networking and outreach
- Build lasting client relationships—from first meeting to repeat business
- Present solutions professionally and negotiate strategically
- Own your territory: identify market trends, spot opportunities, stay ahead of competition
- Collaborate with our technical teams to customize solutions for client needs
- Maintain pipeline visibility and drive consistent deal closures
Who We're Looking For
- Experience in field sales, B2B sales, or industrial sales
- Exceptional communication and persuasion skills
- Comfortable with daily travel (own vehicle preferred)
- Professional presence with strong relationship-building instincts
- Basic technical literacy—exposure to engineering, automation, IT, or industrial solutions is a plus
- Self-driven, disciplined, and target-oriented mindset
- Independent operator who thrives in a dynamic field environment
Preferred Candidate Profile:
- Relationship builder
- Smart negotiator
- Street-smart and confident
- Energetic with go-getter attitude
- Able to work independently on field
Key skills/competency
- Field Sales Engineer
- Business Development
- Client Relations
- B2B Sales
- Industrial Sales
- Lead Generation
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Territory Management
- Sales Strategy
Skills & topics
- Field Sales Engineer
- Sales
- Business Development
- Client Relations
- B2B Sales
- Industrial Sales
- Lead Generation
- Relationship Building
- Negotiation
- Territory Management
- Engineering
- Automation
- IT Solutions
- Field Sales
- Sales Executive
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight field sales, B2B, or industrial sales experience with quantifiable achievements.
- Showcase relationship skills: Emphasize your ability to build and maintain client relationships in your application.
- Demonstrate self-drive: Provide examples of how you independently identify opportunities and close deals.
- Prepare for travel: Be ready to discuss your comfort with daily travel and a professional demeanor.
- Research CogniForge: Understand their industry and how your technical awareness can benefit clients.
Technical preparation
Understand basic engineering concepts.,Familiarize with automation or IT solutions.,Research industrial client needs.,Practice presenting technical solutions clearly.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you built a strong client relationship.,How do you approach identifying new business opportunities?,Tell me about your experience with independent work.,How do you handle negotiation to close a deal?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Field Sales Engineer role at CogniForge Technologies?
- The primary focus is on field-based client engagement, including daily visits, lead generation, relationship building, and business development to identify and close new opportunities.
- What kind of travel is expected for this Field Sales Engineer position?
- This role requires daily travel to client sites such as factories, industrial sites, and offices within your assigned territory. Having your own vehicle is preferred.
- What technical background is beneficial for this Field Sales Engineer role?
- Basic technical literacy is a plus, particularly exposure to engineering, automation, IT, or industrial solutions. This helps in understanding client needs and presenting solutions.
- How important are relationship-building skills for this CogniForge Technologies role?
- Relationship-building is crucial. The role emphasizes building lasting client relationships from the initial meeting through to repeat business.
- What does 'owning your territory' mean for a Field Sales Engineer?
- Owning your territory involves understanding market trends, identifying potential opportunities, staying ahead of competitors, and proactively seeking new business within your assigned geographical area.
- How does a Field Sales Engineer collaborate with internal teams at CogniForge?
- You will collaborate with technical teams to customize solutions based on specific client requirements, ensuring that the proposed solutions effectively address the client's needs.
- Is this role suitable for someone who prefers working independently?
- Yes, this role is ideal for an independent operator who is self-driven, disciplined, and thrives in a dynamic field environment, managing their own schedule and activities.