Sales Engineer at Maverick Group US LLC

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionRole Overview:The role is a Sales Representative (Machine Tool Sales) for a territory in Ohio, specifically north of Dayton and south of Toledo, covering approximately eight counties.The territory is considered one of the top in Ohio, with high revenue potential and significant existing business.The team is well-established, and the company is recognized for its strong service reputation and growth trajectory.Key Requirements:Must have a proven track record in machine tool sales or, potentially, fabrication equipment sales (e.g., press brakes) within the territory.Strong hunter mentality: highly competitive, self-motivated, and driven to generate new business (90%+ focus on new business development).Ability to prospect independently—cold calling, face-to-face visits, and building own pipeline; very limited lead support.Deep knowledge of machine tools, builders, and the ability to sell complex capital equipment to a range of stakeholders (presidents, shop foremen, CFOs, engineers).Strong relationship-building skills; ability to win trust and maintain long-term customer relationships.Preference for candidates with existing relationships in the territory and a history of growing sales in a competitive environment.Open to considering high-performing salespeople from related industries (fabrication equipment) or, with more training, applications engineers, but preference is for experienced machine tool sales professionals.Resilience and ability to handle rejection and high-pressure sales cycles.Location:Territory covers north of Dayton to south of Toledo, Ohio, extending to the Indiana state line (approx. eight counties).Candidate should ideally reside within or very near the territory.Compensation:Two compensation plans:1. Inexperienced/new-to-territory: ~$60k base salary + 10% of gross profit.2. Experienced ("big boy plan"): $60-65k draw (recoverable against commission) + 20% of gross profit.Top performers can earn $250k-$300k+ annually; ramp-up to high earnings can be as quick as 3-6 months for the right person.No additional bridge/guaranteed compensation for high earners transitioning from other companies; expectation is that top performers will quickly ramp upAdditional Details:Company culture is described as well-run, supportive, and focused on long-term success.The company is highly regarded for its service and support, which is a major differentiator in the market.Training is primarily field-based, with significant mentorship from Aaron Evans and other team members.Formal training includes product line, CRM, prospecting (Sales Gravy/Jeb Blunt), and negotiation training; possible factory visits (passport required) and out-of-state shadowing.Ideal candidate is a '20 percenter'—top performer, not average; high standards for hiring.Company is willing to provide as much formal training as needed, but expects most learning to occur in the field.