Senior Sales Engineer, tacton
Sales and product configuration vendor
Open for applications
Sales and product configuration vendor
201-500 employees
Open for applications
201-500 employees
Company mission
To solve the digitalization challenges manufacturers face, redefining how their business operates and performs.
Role
Who you are
- A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (preferred)
- At least 5 years of experience in a sales engineering or technical pre-sales role, preferably within a SaaS or CPQ environment
- Strong understanding of sales processes, pricing strategies, and configuration methodologies in the manufacturing industry
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- A proven track record of supporting sales teams and driving revenue growth
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Familiarity with CRM tools like Salesforce and CPQ systems (a plus)
- Strong problem-solving skills with a customer-focused mindset
- We’re looking for someone who is passionate about technology and thrives on solving complex problems.
- If you enjoy working closely with both technical teams and customers to find the best solutions, you’ll excel in this role.
- You should be collaborative, analytical, and customer-focused, with a knack for translating technical details into business value.
- If you’re adaptable, enjoy fast-paced environments, and have a drive to deliver impactful solutions, you’ll thrive as a Senior Sales Engineer at Tacton
What the job involves
- As a Senior Sales Engineer at Tacton, you’ll be at the heart of transforming our customers’ businesses by showcasing the full potential of our cutting-edge CPQ solutions.
- You’ll bridge the gap between innovative technology and real-world business challenges, playing a pivotal role in driving customer success. Your impact will be felt across our sales process, ensuring that every solution delivers tangible value to our clients.
- Working closely with our dynamic sales team, customers, and product management, you’ll help shape the customer experience from start to finish.
- Reporting to Stephen Fauth, Global SVP Sales Strategy and Growth, you’ll be a key player in Tacton’s growth journey and a crucial part of our strategic vision for the future
- In this role, you will be at the forefront of customer interactions, helping them see how our solutions can meet their needs and transform their businesses.
- Providing in-depth technical expertise on our CPQ solutions, including features, benefits, and integrations
- Collaborating with the sales team to understand customer needs, tailor presentations, and deliver compelling product demonstrations
- Acting as a trusted advisor, offering consultative solutions to help customers overcome their business challenges
- Engaging with prospects and customers throughout the sales cycle, answering technical questions, and addressing implementation concerns
- Leading proof of concept (POC) engagements to validate how our solutions fit customer requirements
- Collaborating with product management and development teams to share customer insights and drive product improvements
Application process
- Screening call with Global Talent Acquisition Partner
- Personality test and logical ability test
- Business interview with our hiring manager
- Cultural and background interview with global talent acquisition
- Interview with internal partner
- Peer meeting
- Reference check
Our take
Tacton Systems provides sales solutions to manufacturers of complex products. The company offers a cloud-based software platform called Tacton CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) that is helping businesses around the globe automate their sales process.
Tacton CPQ uses artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to allow sales teams to quickly and accurately produce quotes for complex products, such as industrial equipment, medical devices, and custom-made machinery. Creating an effortless customer buying experience, the software platform is allowing manufacturers to earn the trust of their customers.
With offices in Europe, North America, and Asia, Tacton clients include global manufacturers and businesses across various industries worldwide. The company has showcased strong momentum, with the growth reflecting the strong demand for its solutions leveraging CPQ technologies.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
0% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (1 round)
Nov 2017
$12m
LATE VC
Total funding: $12m
Company benefits
- Healthcare package
- Flexible work hours
Company values
- Collaborative
- Engaged
- Trustworthy
- Customer-Oriented
- Visionary
Company HQ
Chicago Loop, Chicago, IL
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Leadership
Bo Gyldenvang
(CEO (not founder))Previously worked for BMC Software, initially as a Country Manager for Denmark and Norway before becoming a Vice President. Also worked at Software AG as a Vice President and COO.
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