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Systems Sales Specialist
- Emerson (Sacramento, CA)
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If you are a Sales professional in the process industry looking to grow your career, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! This is a 100% remote based role, must reside within the western USA. You will join the Regional Sales team to develop and implement the key account business strategy to strengthen customer relationships in the power utility, renewables and data center generation markets. You will apply your knowledge and skillset in Outside Sales to directly influence and enhance our Power & Water Solutions (PWS) business.
Power & Water Solutions is an industry-leading controls automation company that focuses on providing applications in the renewable (solar, hydro, wind), fossil (natural gas and coal) power generation, and water treatment plants sectors. We focus on upgrading existing plant control systems with industry-leading automation controls and instrumentation to promote the sustainability and longevity of our North American power grid and wastewater infrastructure.
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
+ Develop and cultivate business relationships with power utility, renewables, and data center generation industry Architects and Engineers, system integrators, and owner’s engineer(s), as well as Emerson’s sister business units (e.g., Rosemount) and the impact partner network
+ Provide competitive differentiation and pricing strategy to PWS management along with negotiation leadership
+ Provide technical presentations/demos to inform customers of new products, enhancements, and services
+ Maintain knowledge of current utility water trends and business direction, as well as providing PWS Management with industry updates as appropriate
+ Implementation of sales pursuit plans, proposal preparation (as required), and negotiation support to secure competitively held business as well as installed base, such as control system replacements
+ Participation in select local professional meetings, trade shows, and conferences as a representative of Emerson
+ Present and recommend appropriate Power & Water Solutions technology and services to meet specific customer business requirements
+ Meet fiscal year territorial booking and margin objectives
+ Strategic account development and creation/implementation of territory business plans
+ Sales Forecasting and maintenance of the Customer Relationship Management tool (CRM)
Who You Are:
You understand the importance and interdependence of internal customer relationships and gain insight into customer needs. You pursue everything with energy, drive, and the need to finish. You are capable to be visionary and able to articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods. You work through formal and informal channels to build broad-based relationships and support.
For This Role, You Will Need:
+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
+ A minimum of 3 years of experience in power generation, engineering, field service, marketing, or sales
+ Willingness and ability to travel up to 75%
+ Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
+ Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or power generation-related field.
+ 5 years of experience in process control sales, marketing, or related fields in power generation, power engineering, renewable energy, or related fields
+ Experience establishing vertical and horizontal customer relationships
+ Previous power plant experience strongly preferred
+ Excellent verbal communications skills, especially when addressing customers, clients, or official visitors
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Learn more about our Culture & Values (https://www.emerson.com/en-us/about-us/living-our-purpose) .
Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we operate, and reward performance during our annual merit review process. The salary range for this role is $90,000-110,000 annually plus benefits and incentives, commensurate with the skills, talent, capabilities, and experience each candidate brings to a role.
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WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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ABOUT EMERSON
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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**Requisition ID** : 25026855
Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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