Industrial Automation Sales Manager

The position of Industrial Automation Sales Manager will be based out of Sparks, MD!

For the state of New York only, the salary range is 100k-140k plus commission, depending upon qualifications, experience and other considerations permitted by law.

Summary
The Industrial Automation Sales Manager is responsible for developing and implementing sales strategy to expand the Automation business within assigned region/territory with existing customers and to acquire new customers.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement sales strategy and execute plans to expand the Automation business within assigned region/territory with existing customers, and to acquire new customers
• Develop, lead, and mentor sales team to drive consistent profitable growth
• Engage with executive decision makers at key and target customers
• Develop and oversee scalable and discipline sales process utilizing CRM for funnel management
• Assist regional commercial leadership with review and implementation of Rexel and key supplier initiatives
• Lead team to execute commercial plans for new growth sectors, such as, Information Software, Process Automation, IIOT and others
• Understand customer specific business challenges for OEM, End Users, System Integrators, Contractors, and others
• Drive digital adoption as digital champion with team and customers
• Review and present contractual purchase order requirements for review by legal teams
• Create a best place to work environment for all employees
• Create a culture focused on success and winning
• Celebrate team and individual accomplishments
• Appropriately address performance challenges
• Monitor and maintain market and competitive intelligence; develop database detailing competitor information in our market area
• Lead customer success – Net Promoter Score tool management
• Collaborate with local APR leadership to drive cross functional teamwork and above average customer satisfaction
• Drive complex solution sales inclusive of all Rexel offerings
• Develop, lead, and mentor VMI team to provide best customer service and sales expansion
• Other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You’ll Need

• High School or GED
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 5+ years of direct sales experience in the electrical distribution industry, preferably in the industrial automation sector (Rockwell/Allen Bradley knowledge a plus)
• Prior management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational/planning skills as well as ability to influence and lead through others
• Proven track record and skills to drive positive business performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer focused
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word / Excel / PowerPoint / Power BI)
• CRM – MS Dynamics preferred

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment None
• Travel to offsite locations 50% (local travel for sales visits with team)

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Occasionally – up to 20%
• 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 shelfs, pick up boxes, or position one’s self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet None
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment None
• 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

• Up to 10 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 25 pounds None
• Up to 50 pounds None
• Up to 75 pounds None

“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.”