Job Description
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?
WHAT TO EXPECT
As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. You will be working out of your home office, where you will be in charge of selling TPU products throughout our West region. The ideal location for this role would be centrally located within the region. It consists of the following states: Arizona, California, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, and Alaska.
- You'll be working closely with operations, marketing, and engineering teams for business/project/product development according to specific customer needs.
- This is an exciting opportunity for you because you will be hunting for new customers 75% of the time and then growing our relationships with current customers 25% of the time.
- You'll be responsible for lead generation, qualification, business development, and account management within assigned geographic territory.
- Your goal will be to develop sales strategies and manage channel to market most effectively to grow business in territory and exceed sales and growth targets.
Key responsibilities:
- Works closely with operations, marketing, and engineering teams for business/project/product development according to specific customer needs.
- Engages in extensive customer contact to conduct sales and service activities; develop strong customer relationships; introduces new products, identifies product applications, and keeps accounts informed of product developments.
ABOUT YOU
- 7+ years of progressive sales experience
- Bachelor's degree required
- Experience with Motion Control or Power Transmission is preferred
- Must have knowledge of mechanical engineering and manufacturing processes
- Basic understanding of CAD
- Relocation is not provided
- 60-75% travel is allotted where it will be 50% driving in your company vehicle and 50% flying
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
- Fundamental understanding of automation system design and motion control as applied to conveyors, intralogistics, packaging, food processing, medical equipment, automotive industries.
PAY & BENEFITS
- Full-Time
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
- Three (3) weeks of paid vacation and sick days + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating)
- 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to your ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
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