Sales Representative

KEMET Electronics Corporation

We at KEMET, a YAGEO Group company, help make a wide variety of products possible in the world's most rapidly expanding industries.

Founded in 1919 in Cleveland, Ohio, with over 100 years of technological innovation, we manufacture capacitors and other components for computing, telecommunications, medical, aerospace, defense, and automotive markets. Our components are found in spacecrafts and defibrillators - from outer space to inside our bodies, and in products we use every day. We have the broadest selection of capacitor technologies in the industry, including an expanding range of electromechanical devices and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.

Summary

We are currently seeking a Sales Representative in California who will plan and carry out the Reference Designs and YAGEO MPN Approvals at the assigned Semiconductor customers through direct and distribution channels in North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Approve YAGEO Parts on Reference Designs
• Meet or exceed the YAGEO MPN Approval plan.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned customers while ensuring a high level of service and support.
• Work with engineering and supply chain personnel to design in YAGEO MPN on the AVL/BOMs
• Develop further opportunities crossing all the YAGEO Group product portfolio.
• Build intra-company teamwork between the Customers' needs and Product Business Units
• Update the trends in market and advise any adverse issues which may impact ability to reach agreed upon goals.
• Participate in industry events, tradeshows, and customer's events

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering or experience designing in Inductors
• Minimum 5 years of previous sales experience with demonstrated track record of growth and interested in building upon their successful track record in sales.
• MS Office Suite proficiency, with demonstrated ability to develop and deliver effective presentations
• Connections or knowledge of the Semiconductor Industry and Ecosystem.
• Must be experienced with solutions-based selling and approach to solving customer's problems
• Achievement driven; enjoys competitiveness and thrives on being the best and winning
• Must have an outgoing, dynamic personality and that can build outstanding relationships.
• Wants to lead the change to grow the business and create sales opportunities that increase our position and share within the customers
• Proven ability to multitask effectively, solve problems efficiently, and communicate with strong interpersonal skills
• This position remains a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time

Location & Work Type

• Milpitas, CA - United States
• Full-time
• Travel - 50%

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

YAGEO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, political affiliation, union membership, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, marital status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, in making employment decisions including but not limited to hiring, wages, promotions, rewards, and access to training. Qualified applicants and workers shall be provided with reasonable accommodation for disability and religious practices.

What we offer

• Collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork
• Inclusive company culture built on respect, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Career growth opportunities with access to training, and mentorship
• Work-life balance support through flexible practices and employee wellness initiatives
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and employee programs
• Global impact by contributing to sustainable solutions and industry-leading technologies

About YAGEO Group
We don't build the final product.
We build what makes it possible.

From resistors to capacitors, inductors to sensors-our components power the breakthroughs that move the world forward.
Electric vehicles. AI data centers. Satellites. Sonar systems.
They move faster, last longer, reach farther-with a spark of us inside.

Headquartered in Taiwan, YAGEO Group unites multiple trusted brands-including YAGEO, KEMET, PULSE, and Telemecanique Sensors and more-into one cohesive force for innovation.
40,000+ employees. 100+ locations. 20 R&D centers. 2,000+ patents. 273,000+ customers.

#1 in resistors and tantalum capacitors.
#3 in MLCCs & inductors
We don't just participate in the future-we enable it.

Why Work at YAGEO Group?

Meaningful work: Every part you help design, test, or improve contributes to real-world innovations.
Global exposure: Collaborate across continents, brands, and breakthrough technologies.
Accelerated growth: With our size, diversity, and momentum, there's no ceiling for where you can go.
Built-in purpose: You're not just part of the process-you're part of the progress.

YAGEO Group. Built into Tomorrow.

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The base salary range for this position is $90,000-$140,000, depending on experience.

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