Power-Flo Technologies · 4 hours ago
Industrial Automation Outside Sales Representative
Power-Flo Technologies Inc is a northeast supplier of automation, sensing, and electric heating products for various industrial applications. They are seeking a reliable and motivated Industrial Automation Outside Sales Representative to manage sales within the assigned territory, generate new business, and maintain existing client relationships.
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Responsibilities
The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for all sales of all products and services within the assigned territory (and/or within assigned accounts)
Generate and develop new business to increase revenue, through prospecting activities, including cold calling
Schedule outside appointments with existing customers to review applications requirements and uncover new opportunities
Maintain the company’s existing relationships and actively seek out new clients
Effectively liaison between the company and customers for all ongoing account management activities including quotations, pricing, delivery, technical support, service, and new product releases
Establish and maintain up to date knowledge on new products, procedures, services, and tools by successfully completing all training activities as needed
Consistently meet in person with target buyers
Prepare and execute effective sales presentations and demonstrations of products
Perform all administrative aspects of the position, including Sales / Opportunity reports, Maintenance of customer accounts including contact names and information, Expense accounts
Utilize marketing data to maximize sales effectiveness
Organize joint sale calls with vendors
Attend conferences and trade shows
All other duties as assigned from time to time
Qualification
Required
Minimum three (3) years demonstrated sales success and technical knowledge of industrial control and automation applications, products, and services
Relevant formal education in an engineering discipline, equivalent training, or work experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Professionalism and business acumen portray the company in a positive manner
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Effective time management, organization, and multi-tasking skills
Very good team player who works well under pressure
Strong interpersonal skills
A polite, friendly, and diplomatic manner
Strong negotiation skills
The ability to generate ideas
Capable of preserving confidential or sensitive information
Valid and clean driver's license
Ability to travel extensively, including driving to client locations and attending off-site meetings
The role involves a significant amount of walking, standing, and potentially carrying promotional materials or product samples
Ability to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, computer mouse, adding machine, laptop, and telephone for prolonged periods of time
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
PTO program and paid holidays
EAP
401K
Company provided life insurance (after 1 year of employment)
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
The company provides a vehicle, cell phone, and laptop.