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Airgas · 13 hours ago

Automation Manager

Airgas is hiring for an Automation Team Sales Manager for the MidSouth region. The Automation Sales Manager will be responsible for leading the Automation Specialists to achieve sales growth and customer service excellence through efficiencies in automation, while managing the sales strategy and team performance.

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Hiring Manager
Cyndy Roy, SPHR
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Responsibilities

Manages the Automation sales team which act as consultants to both internal and external customers for all areas of automation (robotics, cutting systems etc.) for our MetFab customers
Manage the Automation Specialist team to efficiently and effectively execute the automation sales strategy
Manage automation assets throughout the Regional Company
Forecast and budget for future staff and equipment needs for the fiscal year
Ensure effective collaboration, teamwork, and communication throughout the Region by participating in staff meetings and planning sessions
Develop a P&L (Sales & GP) to enable the region to measure the growth of all Automation Technologies and related products
Develop local vendor partnerships to drive the segment in the region, conduct technical and product sales training, and support the sales process
Manage the Airgas commercial offering for all laser gases
Ensure training and development for the automation team is aligned to the needs of the markets we serve
Interface and planning with the service team for all installations
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

RoboticsAutomation applicationsWelding processesBusiness acumenTeam managementMicrosoft OfficeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAdaptability

Required

Experience in managing technical engineering resource groups / departments
Manages the Automation sales team which act as consultants to both internal and external customers for all areas of automation (robotics, cutting systems etc.) for our MetFab customers
Up to 50% travel is required
Must have a broad knowledge of the robotics, cutting and fabrication processes common to the Airgas customer base including but not limited to: Manual, semi-automated and automated welding processes and mechanization of those processes
Automation and robotic applications primarily associated with welding and related processes
Experienced in basic shop equipment used for punching, forming, bending, or rolling of both plate and structural steel components
Knowledge of automation equipment from various suppliers
Must be self-motivated and results/action oriented
Strong interpersonal and intrapersonal communication skills to permit selling to owners and general managers of large companies
Collaborative communication skills to manage and inspire others and effectively lead and influence groups
Must have a good business acumen across the markets that Airgas serves
Team player with a positive attitude towards other associates, customers and work environment
Flexible and adaptable in the face of changing customer schedules
Proficient with computer applications including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook
BS Degree in Business or Engineering
Minimum of 10 years experience working in the welding industry with experience managing a sales force proficient at selling and servicing mechanized cutting systems, robotics and other automated welding/cutting products required (15 years preferred)
Established track record as producer could supersede educational requirements

Company

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. single-source supplier of gases, welding equipment and supplies, and safety products.

H1B Sponsorship

Airgas has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (7)
2024 (8)
2023 (12)
2022 (10)
2021 (8)
2020 (6)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2015-11-17Acquired
1986-12-26IPO

Leadership Team

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Robert McLaughlin
CFO
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Jay Worley
Chief Operating Officer
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