Technical Sales Representative, Distribution

Simpson Strong-Tie

Attaché Technico-Commercial responsible for client sales and technical support in the construction sector. Engaging in client visits, sales processing, and product demonstrations.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeSt Gemme La Plaine • 🇫🇷 FranceJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in field sales with a focus on customer engagement, technical assistance, and proposal preparation. Proficient in managing sales processes, including closing deals and handling disputes, while ensuring compliance with company policies.

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Field Sales ExperienceCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Technical AssistanceProposal PreparationInterpersonal Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales ClosingProposal PreparationProduct DemonstrationCompetitive MonitoringAged Receivables Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication AbilitiesNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

ExcelSAPConcur

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driving License (Category B)

Industry Keywords

ConstructionSalesCustomer SupportPricing PolicyTrade Shows

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Chef

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize your visit schedule in accordance with management requests
Prepare and submit weekly activity reports
Support and advise customers and provide technical assistance
Ensure company pricing policy in collaboration with the Sales Manager
Prepare proposals tailored to customer needs and follow up on them
Close sales with customers
Promote the company’s product range and new releases
Handle all disputes
Manage actions related to aged receivables
Prospect new customers by all available means
Perform pull-out tests related to job sites and conduct product demonstrations
Conduct commercial, technical and competitive monitoring
Assist with product line placements at customer sites
Support the sales force and customers
Participate in national trade shows and regional open-house events
Comply with Commerce-Operations alignment guidelines
Submit monthly expense reports via the group tool Concur

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree focused on construction or sales
Minimum 2 years’ experience in field sales
Or minimum 5 years’ experience in field sales
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong communication and negotiation abilities
Proficient with office tools (Excel in particular)
Experience using a CRM, ideally SAP
Valid driving license (Category B)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fixed salary + variable bonuses + commissions
Guaranteed sales bonuses for the first 6 months
Executive status (218 days annual work package)
Company car (5-seater)
Reimbursement of travel expenses
Profit-sharing and incentive plan
Health insurance (60% employer contribution) and provident benefits
Time savings account (CET) and retirement savings plan (PER)
Employee committee (CSE) benefits
Company events
Personalized onboarding program
Technical training on our products
Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning platform