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Industrial Automation Specialist - Software & Control

Denver, US-CO, United States

1. Permanent

2. Sales

Summary:

The Industrial Automation Specialist position is responsible for the growth of sales and customer application pre-sales and post-sales support for a specific group(s) of automation products and services.

What You'll Do:

+ Meet or exceed sales goals of assigned technology offer

+ Develop sales strategies, promotions, programs, and plans for sales growth

+ Develop annual performance goals, objectives, and sales action plans

+ Prepare periodic sales funnel, weekly sales reports, etc.

+ Provide technical support for internal and external customers via on-site visit, phone, and email. This could include, but is not limited to troubleshooting products, finding technical documentation and specifications, product selection and, other requested activities

+ Establish relationships with sales and customers to better understand sales potential

+ Ascertain customer needs by customer visits, phone, and other means of research (internet, etc.)

+ Work with sales to establish joint strategies and activities

+ Provide expert knowledge to Inside Sales to facilitate quoting, order entry, and order expediting

+ Create and present technical and commercial training for internal and external customers

+ Describe or demonstrate product to customers

+ Follow up on all business leads assigned by management, marketing, technical department, or supplier partners

+ Acquire, use, and continuously develop personal technical knowledge

+ Provide oral and/or written quotations, proposals or estimates of prices, scope of work, terms, and delivery

+ Work with prospective customers to move projects through the sales cycle to conclusion

+ Properly prepare for sales calls, customers events, etc.

+ Work with Purchasing on proper inventory of high-tech products and identify any potential obsolesce problems

+ Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

+ Valid Driver’s License

+ High School or GED - Required

+ 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

+ Intermediate/advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word

+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, or governmental regulations

+ Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

+ Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

+ Ability to practice good interpersonal relations, using tact, courtesy, a positive attitude toward customers and co-workers, pleasant communication etiquette, and a general attitude as a representative of goodwill on behalf of the company at work or during company travel

+ Ability to develop and present specialized instruction concerning the specific high-tech equipment in the assigned area of responsibility

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

+ Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%

+ Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%

+ Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%

+ Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%

+ Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%

+ Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

+ Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%

+ Up to 25 pounds - None

+ Up to 50 pounds - None

Working Environment:

+ Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently – 21% to 50%

+ Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally – up to 20%

+ Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None

+ Travels to offsite locations - Frequently – 21% to 50%

\#CAJD

For the state of **Colorado** only, the pay range is **$70,000.00** to **$130,000.00** , depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission/bonus plan: Product Specialist Plan

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Disclaimer:

•Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Company Description

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.