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Technical Sales Manager roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Management Consultant or Engineer categories, depending on your degree field and job duties. Canadian citizens get border approval the same day. Mexican citizens need consular processing. A qualifying bachelor's degree and a detailed employer support letter are the two non-negotiable starting points.
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Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Technical Sales Manager to be based out of the Midwestern region of the U.S. Reporting to the Regional Vice President of Sales, this person will be responsible for generating specifications and preferences with a focus on end-users, Specifiers, and Electrical Contractors. In addition, this person will drive continued growth for our product portfolio through distributors.
The ideal candidate will reside in KS, MO, NE, or IA and have a bachelor’s degree along with a minimum of 5 to 10 years of proven electrical industry or related experience.
What you’ll do:
- Generate project specifications with a focus on end-users, Specifiers, and Electrical Contractors.
- Liaise with the local Regional Sales Manager to ensure projects are progressed and secured via the Electrical Distribution channel with the emphasis on maximizing profitable revenue growth.
- Conduct new product presentations and inform customers of new product developments and industry code changes.
- Progress leads supplied from various sources such as, but not limited to, Dodge, PEC, Web.
- Site Visits to identify new opportunities and discuss projects with consultants and contractors.
- Develop strong internal relationships with BU product marketing, technical, and customer service departments.
- Attain sales targets for the area with the contribution to the regional sales targets.
- Work with Atkore agent sales network to drive project growth and specifications to deliver profitable top line revenue growth required to meet/exceed BU goals.
- Demand creation of existing, proprietary, and new products at Electrical Contractor level.
- Educate and train Distribution on products, including lunch and learns, demonstrations, and job site visits.
- Enter, track, manage, and report on projects, opportunities, and territory sales plans using Salesforce.com and other tools as needed.
- Attend trade shows and conferences as needed.
- Manage travel & entertainment expenses in a timely and efficient manner.
- Profile and report on competitive market intelligence, including strengths and weaknesses. Consistently report VOC back to the BU product management teams to help drive Atkore Innovation initiatives.
- Ensure that the Agency Reps are trained and focused on our Innovation initiatives.
- Assist in the evaluation and processing of field quality complaints and return.
- Complete other projects, initiatives, duties and responsibilities as required.
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Must have a minimum 5-10 years of proven electrical industry or related experience.
- Must be willing and able to work remotely and travel at least 80% of the time.
- Should reside in the general area of KS, MO, NE, or IA
- Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation and analytical skills.
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of Salesforce.com and Microsoft Office applications.
- Must have experience working with electrical contractors and working knowledge of the NEC.
- A strong electrical and/or mechanical technical background.
- Experience within a sales-oriented environment– electrical or specification sales.
- A proven record of accomplishment of succeeding against set targets.
- Highly motivated with a strong customer focus and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete your new hire “Immersion” to understand Atkore’s Culture and Values.
- Also through “Immersion,” will make connections with colleagues you will be working with throughout Atkore.
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders within your Region.
Within 6 months, you’ll:
- Be able to navigate Atkore systems, for example, Salesforce, Concur Expense & Travel, Cyber Security, Atkore University, Atkore Rep Portal, Literature Portal, and UltiPro HR Portal.
- Understand the business well enough to own and drive sales activities with the assistance of internal support and Atkore Reps.
- Have had enough product training to begin delivering product presentations to Electrical Contractors and Engineers.
- Have met all of your Atkore Contractor Elite (ACE Contractors).
Within 12 months, you’ll:
- Identify additional ACE Contractors within your Region.
- Be able to conduct all available Certified Installer Trainings for Contractors.
- Know all of your Atkore Strategic Agents in your Region.
- Complete specifications reviews with Engineering Firms in your Region for all of Atkore Electrical Products (EP).
- Have knowledge of the major competitive products to sell the advantages of Atkore EP features and benefits.
Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $121,520 - $167,090. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.
Benefits available include:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Any leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
Technical Sales Manager - Southeast
Who we are:
Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world.
With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.
Who we are looking for:
We are currently searching for a Technical Sales Manager to be based out of the Midwestern region of the U.S. Reporting to the Regional Vice President of Sales, this person will be responsible for generating specifications and preferences with a focus on end-users, Specifiers, and Electrical Contractors. In addition, this person will drive continued growth for our product portfolio through distributors.
The ideal candidate will reside in KS, MO, NE, or IA and have a bachelor’s degree along with a minimum of 5 to 10 years of proven electrical industry or related experience.
What you’ll do:
- Generate project specifications with a focus on end-users, Specifiers, and Electrical Contractors.
- Liaise with the local Regional Sales Manager to ensure projects are progressed and secured via the Electrical Distribution channel with the emphasis on maximizing profitable revenue growth.
- Conduct new product presentations and inform customers of new product developments and industry code changes.
- Progress leads supplied from various sources such as, but not limited to, Dodge, PEC, Web.
- Site Visits to identify new opportunities and discuss projects with consultants and contractors.
- Develop strong internal relationships with BU product marketing, technical, and customer service departments.
- Attain sales targets for the area with the contribution to the regional sales targets.
- Work with Atkore agent sales network to drive project growth and specifications to deliver profitable top line revenue growth required to meet/exceed BU goals.
- Demand creation of existing, proprietary, and new products at Electrical Contractor level.
- Educate and train Distribution on products, including lunch and learns, demonstrations, and job site visits.
- Enter, track, manage, and report on projects, opportunities, and territory sales plans using Salesforce.com and other tools as needed.
- Attend trade shows and conferences as needed.
- Manage travel & entertainment expenses in a timely and efficient manner.
- Profile and report on competitive market intelligence, including strengths and weaknesses. Consistently report VOC back to the BU product management teams to help drive Atkore Innovation initiatives.
- Ensure that the Agency Reps are trained and focused on our Innovation initiatives.
- Assist in the evaluation and processing of field quality complaints and return.
- Complete other projects, initiatives, duties and responsibilities as required.
What you’ll bring:
- Bachelor's Degree Required
- Must have a minimum 5-10 years of proven electrical industry or related experience.
- Must be willing and able to work remotely and travel at least 80% of the time.
- Should reside in the general area of KS, MO, NE, or IA
- Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation and analytical skills.
- Excellent computer skills with proficiency in the use of Salesforce.com and Microsoft Office applications.
- Must have experience working with electrical contractors and working knowledge of the NEC.
- A strong electrical and/or mechanical technical background.
- Experience within a sales-oriented environment– electrical or specification sales.
- A proven record of accomplishment of succeeding against set targets.
- Highly motivated with a strong customer focus and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Within 3 months, you’ll:
- Complete your new hire “Immersion” to understand Atkore’s Culture and Values.
- Also through “Immersion,” will make connections with colleagues you will be working with throughout Atkore.
- Have developed relationships with the key stakeholders within your Region.
Within 6 months, you’ll:
- Be able to navigate Atkore systems, for example, Salesforce, Concur Expense & Travel, Cyber Security, Atkore University, Atkore Rep Portal, Literature Portal, and UltiPro HR Portal.
- Understand the business well enough to own and drive sales activities with the assistance of internal support and Atkore Reps.
- Have had enough product training to begin delivering product presentations to Electrical Contractors and Engineers.
- Have met all of your Atkore Contractor Elite (ACE Contractors).
Within 12 months, you’ll:
- Identify additional ACE Contractors within your Region.
- Be able to conduct all available Certified Installer Trainings for Contractors.
- Know all of your Atkore Strategic Agents in your Region.
- Complete specifications reviews with Engineering Firms in your Region for all of Atkore Electrical Products (EP).
- Have knowledge of the major competitive products to sell the advantages of Atkore EP features and benefits.
Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award winner! We’re committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.
Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!
As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $121,520 - $167,090. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.
Benefits available include:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Any leave required under federal, state, or local law
Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.
Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Sales Manager
Align your degree to the role
TN status for Technical Sales Managers requires a degree in a field directly related to the role, such as engineering, computer science, or business. A marketing degree alone won't hold up if your job duties center on technical specifications or product architecture.
Request a duties-specific support letter
Ask your employer to write a letter that describes the technical nature of your sales work, not just your title. Officers deny TN status when letters read like generic management job descriptions instead of documenting the specialized knowledge the role demands.
Target employers with existing TN infrastructure
Companies already running TN sponsorships have HR teams that understand the process and won't stall on paperwork. Search for employers in manufacturing, software, and industrial equipment sectors where technical sales roles routinely require professional-level credentials.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified openings
Search for Technical Sales Manager roles with TN visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate, which filters positions by visa type so you're only seeing employers actively open to TN candidates, not just companies that haven't said no yet.
Prepare for port-of-entry scrutiny as a Canadian
Canadian citizens apply for TN status directly at the border or a preclearance site, bringing all documents in hand. Officers can and do ask technical follow-up questions about your sales duties, so practice explaining how your role requires specialized expertise, not just quota management.
Understand the Mexican consular timeline before accepting an offer
Mexican citizens must schedule a consular interview and cannot get TN status at the border. Build at least four to eight weeks into your start date negotiation so your employer doesn't rescind the offer while you're waiting on your appointment slot.
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Find Technical Sales Manager JobsTechnical Sales Manager TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Sales Manager role qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is classified and what your degree covers. Technical Sales Managers often qualify under the Management Consultant or Engineer USMCA categories if the job requires applying specialized technical knowledge. A general sales management role without a strong technical component is harder to support. The employer's letter documenting your specific duties is critical to approval.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Technical Sales Manager roles?
TN has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no multi-month USCIS filing wait. Canadian citizens can get TN status approved at the border the same day they present qualifying documents. H-1B requires an employer petition, a lottery selection, and typically a six-month or longer wait. For a Technical Sales Manager with a qualifying degree, TN is a faster and more predictable path when the role meets the USMCA category criteria.
Where can I find Technical Sales Manager jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Technical Sales Manager roles filtered by TN visa sponsorship, so you're not wading through postings from employers who haven't considered international hiring. Roles in industrial technology, software infrastructure, and manufacturing equipment tend to have the highest concentration of TN-eligible openings for this title.
What documents do I need to bring when applying for TN status at the border?
Canadian citizens need a valid passport, an employer support letter describing the technical nature of the role, proof of your qualifying degree, and any professional certifications relevant to the position. USCIS is not involved for Canadians applying at the port of entry. Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate and need the same core documents plus a completed DS-160 and visa fee payment.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Technical Sales Manager?
Yes, but you need a new TN authorization tied to the new employer before you start work. Canadians can apply at the border again with the new employer's support letter. Mexican citizens need to return to a consulate or file a change of status with USCIS. Your current TN does not transfer automatically, and working for a new employer before the new TN is approved puts your status at risk. Migrate Mate can help you identify employers already familiar with this process.
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