AI Software Contract Sales Leader
United States
Date Posted:05-May-2026
Work Type:Remote
Job Number:484180
Job Description
Position Title: AI Software Contract Sales Leader
Location: Rancho Cordova, CA - 95670 / Open for Remote, preferred onsite
Duration: 12 Months
Preference is for someone local to Sacramento, but we are open to 100% remote candidates as well. The current plan is for the assignment to run for 1 year with the possibility of extension or FTE conversion. Let me know if there are any questions.
Description:
We are seeking a contract sales leader with deep experience in manufacturing or industrial technology to help drive early customer adoption of a new computer vision AI platform. This role is ideal for someone who understands plant operations and has existing relationships across quality, manufacturing, and operations teams.
What You’ll Do
• Leverage your network to open doors with manufacturing customers (especially automotive and industrial)
• Drive sales of paid pilots and initial deployments for edge-based and cloud products
• Translate real-world operational challenges into compelling AI use cases (inspection, defect detection, process optimization)
• Shape early go-to-market messaging based on customer feedback
• Build and manage a small pipeline from initial outreach through close
What We’re Looking For
• 10+ years selling software into manufacturing, industrial, or automation environments
• Proven ability to close complex, solution-based deals
• Strong relationships with plant managers, manufacturing engineers, or quality leaders
• Comfortable operating independently in an early-stage, fast-moving environment
• Experience with AI, machine vision, or industrial software is a strong plus
Location: Rancho Cordova, CA - 95670 / Open for Remote, preferred onsite
Duration: 12 Months
Preference is for someone local to Sacramento, but we are open to 100% remote candidates as well. The current plan is for the assignment to run for 1 year with the possibility of extension or FTE conversion. Let me know if there are any questions.
Description:
We are seeking a contract sales leader with deep experience in manufacturing or industrial technology to help drive early customer adoption of a new computer vision AI platform. This role is ideal for someone who understands plant operations and has existing relationships across quality, manufacturing, and operations teams.
What You’ll Do
• Leverage your network to open doors with manufacturing customers (especially automotive and industrial)
• Drive sales of paid pilots and initial deployments for edge-based and cloud products
• Translate real-world operational challenges into compelling AI use cases (inspection, defect detection, process optimization)
• Shape early go-to-market messaging based on customer feedback
• Build and manage a small pipeline from initial outreach through close
What We’re Looking For
• 10+ years selling software into manufacturing, industrial, or automation environments
• Proven ability to close complex, solution-based deals
• Strong relationships with plant managers, manufacturing engineers, or quality leaders
• Comfortable operating independently in an early-stage, fast-moving environment
• Experience with AI, machine vision, or industrial software is a strong plus
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $68.00/hr.