Outside Sales Engineer Industrial Automation
Buffalo, IA - USA
Job Summary
Ralph W. Earl Company Inc. a SunSource company is a leading provider of automation and motion control solutions serving customers across a broad range of industrial markets throughout upstate New York and Northern Pennsylvania. With a long-standing reputation for technical expertise quality products and exceptional customer service Ralph W. Earl partners with customers to solve complex application challenges and improve the performance productivity and efficiency of their operations.
Were looking for a driven technically minded Outside Sales Engineer to join Ralph W. Earl Company Inc. and grow market share for our leading industrial automation product lines. If you enjoy building customer relationships solving technical challenges developing new business and owning your territory this is an opportunity to make a significant impact. Youll have the autonomy to build your territory like your own business with the support of an experienced team and a strong portfolio of industry-leading suppliers.
- Develop and execute a strategic sales plan focused on territory growth and market share
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting cold calling networking customer visits and referrals
- Grow and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
- Conduct regular face-to-face customer visits to identify opportunities and strengthen relationships
- Respond promptly to customer inquiries quote requests and technical support needs
- Apply technical knowledge to understand customer applications and recommend products and solutions
- Partner with suppliers product specialists and internal teams to develop customer solutions
- Qualify leads manage the sales funnel and maintain accurate up-to-date CRM records
- Participate in supplier visits product training trade shows demonstrations and customer events
- Take ownership of territory strategy priorities and day-to-day sales activities
- HS Diploma or equivalent
- Bachelors degree in engineering technology business or related field preferred
- 3 years of technical sales sales engineering or industrial sales experience
- Technical background with the ability to understand industrial automation products and applications
- Experience with industrial automation pneumatics hydraulics robotics or related technologies highly preferred
- Proven ability to prospect develop new accounts and grow existing business
- Strong communication presentation organizational and relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated competitive and results-driven with a strong sense of ownership
- Grit and a figure-it-out mentality with the ability to overcome obstacles and find solutions
- Computer and technology proficient including Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint and CRM systems
- Valid drivers license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory including occasional overnight travel
- Own your territory. Build your customer base develop opportunities and determine how to grow the business.
- Represent leading brands. Compete with a strong portfolio of respected industrial automation suppliers.
- Build your expertise. Participate in supplier training trade shows industry events and technical development.
- Make an impact. Our best Sales Engineers become trusted experts and play an important role in the business.
- Company vehicle provided with gas and maintenance covered.
- Competitive compensation with base salary and incentive tied to territory performance and growth.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical dental life disability and 401(k) with company match.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
As one of North America's leading distributors for mobile and industrial applications, our solutions-based approach supports OEM & MRO customers with their needs in fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial supplies, and service & repair capabilities.