Sales Executive – Paper Product Testing

SGS

Sales Executive responsible for generating and closing leads for SGS services. Focusing on testing, inspection, and audits for US-based customers.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for generating and closing leads and opportunities within a strategic business unit (SBU)
Builds and maintains effective and professional relationships with key internal customers and support teams
Executes sales and offers solutions to US-based customers
Develops and issues quotations and proposals, negotiates fees, terms and conditions as necessary
Works to fully qualify all opportunities for sales
Develops close cooperation with client’s service team
Attends industry and trade show events for lead generation and prospecting
Maintains knowledge of the SGS Group network and services
Ensures compliance with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent educational background in Analytical Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related field
4-7 years demonstrated sales success in professional services industry
2 years of experience in the industry for the relevant business unit (CPCH, EE, HL, or SL)
2 years of project/contract management experience
Direct experience in scheduling and planning
Advanced English language skills
Additional language skills (French, Korean, Spanish) preferred
Intermediate mathematical skills
Advanced reasoning skills/abilities
International business exposure in imported consumer products preferred
Ability to negotiate and manage contractual arrangements
Strong service-oriented mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance programs
401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment)
Online training courses
Virtual and classroom development experiences
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid-time off
Family leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

saleslead generationquotation developmentproposal negotiationproject managementcontract managementschedulingplanningmathematical skillsreasoning skills

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcommunicationservice-oriented mindsetnegotiationcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's degree