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$68k – $85k per year
Location
In office (Columbus)
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 23, 2026. Nilfisk scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Nilfisk is a Danish manufacturer of professional and consumer cleaning equipment headquartered in Copenhagen, making floor scrubbers and sweepers, industrial and commercial vacuum cleaners, high-pressure washers and autonomous floor-cleaning machines. Founded in 1906 by the engineer Peder Andersen Fisker, it sells in more than 100 countries through its own sales companies in over 40 of them and produces at plants in Hungary, the US, Mexico, Italy and China, with around 4,700 employees. It hires field service technicians and engineers, sales representatives and account managers, R&D and manufacturing engineers, finance business partners and talent acquisition specialists.

The primary function of the Sales Associate is field level sales support. The Sales Associate will work with the Regional Managers in their geography under the direction of the Regional Director. The Sales Associate will support the Regional Managers dealers and end users by conducting equipment demonstrations, equipment use and care training, site surveys, assist in supporting trade shows and open houses, and assist the Regional Director in other business critical functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General Responsibilities:

  • Equipment Demonstrations for dealers and/or end users

  • Equipment Use and Care Training for dealers and/or end users

  • Site Surveys for dealers and/or end users

  • Support Trade Shows and Open Houses for dealers and/or end users

  • Participate in Nilfisk U

  • Plan 2 weeks in advance and execute call plan and activities in Salesforce.com

  • Prepare, manage, and be responsible for demo equipment inventory

  • Be able to work in a team environment

  • Participate in weekly 1 on 1’s with Regional Director to measure call plan, execution of the call plan and other sales support activities

  • Support the local Regional Managers from the direction of the Regional Director on other business critical functions

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or equivalent education

EXPERIENCE:

  • This is an entry level sales role. All experience levels are welcome

KNOWLEDGE & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, have good business acumen and self-discipline

  • Must display enthusiasm, perseverance, reliability, ethical standards, and strong selling skills

  • Must possess strong communication skills and maintain usual management skills of time, ability to respond, sense of urgency, prioritize efforts and problem solving

  • Willingness to travel overnight on an occasional basis

  • Must be willing and able to conduct seminars, extensive building evaluations, and recommend equipment for respective applications

  • Must be able to successfully pass a physical including lifting, standing for prolonged periods, driving for safe periods of time, etc.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

  • Proficiency in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

  • Working knowledge of CRM systems

  • Proficiency in use of Salesforce.com (web and mobile versions)

Let’s create a cleaner future together

Cleaning has emerged as a key contributor to health and safety, sparked by technology and innovation. At Nilfisk we are a driving force in this development. Being part of Nilfisk means thinking outside of the box, bringing your inspiring ideas to life, sharing the results, and learning from your setbacks. We believe that diversity is our greatest strength - as we achieve the best results from a wide variety of views and approaches. At Nilfisk, you have the freedom to be yourself and express your opinions. Nilfisk is firmly committed to growth and sustainability in everything we do. You will be empowered in your role as you collaborate with passionate colleagues on a quest to create a cleaner future.

Are you ready to make a change for a cleaner future?

About Nilfisk

Nilfisk is a world-leading provider of professional cleaning equipment and services, founded in Denmark in 1906. With approximately 4,500 employees across 45 countries and products sold in over 100 markets, we are committed to developing sustainable cleaning solutions that improve quality of life. We are a proud member of the United Nations Global Compact.

Benefits

Nilfisk offers a competitive total compensation package. Benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account with Company Contribution, 401K with Company Match, Long and Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Plan, Parental Leave, Paid Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Volunteer Day, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Reimbursement, Scholarship opportunities, etc.

$67,900.00-$84,850.00

The estimated pay range indicates the expected annualized pay range for this position. It may not include potential bonus incentives such as annual bonus’ as well as sales and sales related incentives, or overtime (on eligible positions). The actual pay offered may vary based on several factors, including the applicant's qualifications, relevant experience, unique skills, education level, certifications or licenses, and the location from which they will work. The final pay determination will comply with state or local minimum wage laws applicable to the job's location. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Job applicant FAQ

Do you have questions regarding the recruitment process or alike? Please visit our FAQ for job applicants.

Talent Acquisition Process

Nilfisk does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. We do not request payment or fees from candidates for any employment-related purpose. If you encounter any such activity, please report it immediately on the Nilfisk Whistleblower website.

Nilfisk is an Equal Opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, among other factors.

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