Sales Specialist

Hiring for a Sales Specialist in Northampton, MA Job Description Join a premier manufacturer and supplier of temperature sensors, electrical enclosures, and electro-mechanical assembly services for industrial applications as a Sales Specialist. This role supports the Sales Department by planning and implementing sales activities and undertaking a variety of technical sales and support duties. You will be responsible for translating customer needs and specifications into sales proposals and quotations to maximize sales and margin growth. Work both independently and as part of a team, reporting to the Sales Manager. Responsibilities Develop and maintain successful customer relationships. Satisfy customer and prospect inquiries with solution-oriented and timely proposals. Review customer specifications to determine equipment specifications, features, and special requirements. Collaborate with engineering and technical staff to clarify customer needs and develop specifications. Provide strategic product recommendations, pricing, and solutions to meet customer needs. Compile and write customer/prospect proposals and quotations. Participate in sales calls, meetings, and presentations. Essential Skills Technical sales experience. Proficiency in outbound calls and quoting. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Effective negotiation skills. Proven project management skills. Self-starter with the ability to work independently under pressure and react quickly to changing priorities. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northampton, MA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Northampton,MA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.