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Overview:
Preferred candidates are bilingual in Spanish and English, with proven ability to communicate effectively in both languages. Starting Pay for the Market: $50,000 base salary plus commission/bonuses. The average total annual compensation ranges between $75,000 and $120,000.
As an Equipment Sales Specialist, you will work within a defined territory to sell John Bean products to general service automotive repair facilities, Automotive Dealerships, and Collision Centers. John Bean thrives on providing the best products to the most demanding customers with maximum accuracy, ease of use, best in class technology. Join our team today! Products include:
- Wheel Aligners
- Wheel Balancers
- Tire Changers
- Alignment Lifts
- Automotive/General Purpose Lifts
- Specialty lifts
- Brake Lathes
- Collision Repair Equipment
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise related to Snap-on equipment (John Bean products)
- Generate sales of Snap-on equipment (John Bean products) within the assigned territory
- Accurately quote prices, prepare proposals, and conduct location surveys to gauge the fit of desired products
- Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective customers through cold calls, lead generation, and proactive canvassing of territory
- Develop, foster, and sustain relationships with existing customers
- Work collaboratively with essential field service team members to deliver cohesive customer experiences
- Facilitate dynamic customer equipment training and demonstrations
- Establish and maintain supportive relationships with Snap-on franchisees
- Leverage other divisions to drive inclusive customer solutions and brand awareness
- Generate and expedite the resolution of customer concerns with professional courtesy and appropriate escalation
- Analyze territory potential, track sales, and generate reporting to management
Qualifications
Professional Skills and Attributes:
- Professional outside sales experience with a portfolio of consistently meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Strong technical abilities and familiarity with automotive service equipment preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with concurrent timelines
- Energetic, sense of urgency, motivated to sell, passion for the industry, and positive representation of the Snap-on brand
- Commitment to the sales of premium undercar service equipment
- Continuous learner seeking to develop new skills and expand knowledge for maximum career progression
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Travel within the assigned territory is required weekly (occasionally overnight)
- Mileage pay provided
- Ability to lift 60 pounds (approximate)
- Work conducted in various automotive repair facilities
Featured Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus commission and bonus opportunity
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401 (k) program
- Paid vacation
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Discount on Snap-on Products
- Associate purchase programs with key vendors and suppliers
This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Snap-on is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Snap-on strictly prohibits, and does not tolerate, discrimination against applicants, associates or any other covered persons for any reason including race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Overview:
Preferred candidates are bilingual in Spanish and English, with proven ability to communicate effectively in both languages. Starting Pay for the Market: $50,000 base salary plus commission/bonuses. The average total annual compensation ranges between $75,000 and $120,000.
As an Equipment Sales Specialist, you will work within a defined territory to sell John Bean products to general service automotive repair facilities, Automotive Dealerships, and Collision Centers. John Bean thrives on providing the best products to the most demanding customers with maximum accuracy, ease of use, best in class technology. Join our team today! Products include:
- Wheel Aligners
- Wheel Balancers
- Tire Changers
- Alignment Lifts
- Automotive/General Purpose Lifts
- Specialty lifts
- Brake Lathes
- Collision Repair Equipment
- Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Responsibilities:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate subject matter expertise related to Snap-on equipment (John Bean products)
- Generate sales of Snap-on equipment (John Bean products) within the assigned territory
- Accurately quote prices, prepare proposals, and conduct location surveys to gauge the fit of desired products
- Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective customers through cold calls, lead generation, and proactive canvassing of territory
- Develop, foster, and sustain relationships with existing customers
- Work collaboratively with essential field service team members to deliver cohesive customer experiences
- Facilitate dynamic customer equipment training and demonstrations
- Establish and maintain supportive relationships with Snap-on franchisees
- Leverage other divisions to drive inclusive customer solutions and brand awareness
- Generate and expedite the resolution of customer concerns with professional courtesy and appropriate escalation
- Analyze territory potential, track sales, and generate reporting to management
Qualifications
Professional Skills and Attributes:
- Professional outside sales experience with a portfolio of consistently meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Strong technical abilities and familiarity with automotive service equipment preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with concurrent timelines
- Energetic, sense of urgency, motivated to sell, passion for the industry, and positive representation of the Snap-on brand
- Commitment to the sales of premium undercar service equipment
- Continuous learner seeking to develop new skills and expand knowledge for maximum career progression
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
- Travel within the assigned territory is required weekly (occasionally overnight)
- Mileage pay provided
- Ability to lift 60 pounds (approximate)
- Work conducted in various automotive repair facilities
Featured Benefits:
- Competitive base salary plus commission and bonus opportunity
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401 (k) program
- Paid vacation
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Discount on Snap-on Products
- Associate purchase programs with key vendors and suppliers
This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by the incumbent and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Snap-on is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Snap-on strictly prohibits, and does not tolerate, discrimination against applicants, associates or any other covered persons for any reason including race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for sales specialists in Illinois?
Enterprise technology and software companies are among the most active sponsors for sales specialist roles in Illinois. Companies like Salesforce, Oracle, SAP, and CDW have established presences in the Chicago area and a history of H-1B sponsorship. Large financial services firms and healthcare technology companies headquartered downtown also sponsor regularly. Sponsorship activity tends to be highest at companies with global workforces and dedicated HR immigration teams.
Which visa types are most common for sales specialist roles in Illinois?
The H-1B is the most common visa for sales specialists in Illinois, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, typically requiring a degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa. Those from Canada or Mexico may be eligible for TN status under the USMCA. L-1 transfers are also possible for candidates moving within a multinational employer.
Which cities in Illinois have the most sales specialist sponsorship jobs?
Chicago accounts for the vast majority of sales specialist sponsorship jobs in Illinois, particularly in the Loop, River North, and Fulton Market neighborhoods where technology and professional services firms cluster. The suburban O'Hare corridor, including Rosemont and Schaumburg, also has significant activity due to large corporate campuses. Smaller markets like Naperville and Downers Grove have a notable presence of mid-size B2B technology companies that sponsor internationally.
How to find sales specialist visa sponsorship jobs in Illinois?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by state and role to surface sales specialist positions in Illinois where employers have indicated sponsorship willingness. This saves significant time compared to manually screening job postings. Given that sponsorship eligibility varies by role structure and employer, Migrate Mate's filters help you focus your applications on companies with a demonstrated history of sponsoring international candidates in sales functions.
Are there any Illinois-specific considerations for sales specialist visa sponsorship?
Illinois employers sponsoring H-1B workers must pay the prevailing wage as determined by the Department of Labor for the specific role and location. Chicago's wage requirements reflect a high-cost metropolitan area, which can actually work in your favor since it signals competitive compensation benchmarks. Illinois also has several large research universities, including the University of Illinois and Northwestern, whose graduates create a consistent pipeline of OPT-eligible candidates that employers in the region are already accustomed to sponsoring into full status.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored sales specialist jobs in Illinois?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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