Industrial Automation Sales Manager

Shepherd Electric Supply

$127K *
Technical Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Strong ability to network and make connections
  • 11+ years experience in automation and control sales; management experience preferred
  • 4 year degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Business or related field
  • Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory

Responsibilities

  • Develop business plans that support the automation and control market
  • Oversee the business development of new automation/control customers
  • Develop automation team for pre and post-sales support
  • Drive automation/control specifications within assigned territory
  • Evaluate automation/control business trends for potential impact on the district
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key automation/control customers and suppliers
  • Develop and implement appropriate tools and training programs

Benefits

  • Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits
  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family
  • Flexible Spending Accounts to save on expenses
  • Enjoy Disability Benefits at no cost to you
  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Days
  • Paid Holidays throughout the year
  • Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care
  • Community Time Off to give back
  • Predictable Work Schedules with no nights or weekends for most roles
  • Employee Recognition Program to celebrate achievements
  • Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs
  • And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth
Full Job Description

Are you ready?

Purpose
  • Lead and develop high-tech automation/control team including Technical Specialists, Sales Engineers, Quotation Specialists, and others, as required.

  • Collaborate with customers, suppliers and Graybar personnel to identify automation/control solution opportunities and ultimately secure orders while fulfilling customer needs.

Responsibilities

  • Develop business plans that support the automation and control market within the assigned territory; collaborate with appropriate automation personnel to develop tactical plans to create and implement a district automation plan.

  • Oversee the business development of new automation/control customers.

  • Develop automation team for pre and post-sales support.

  • Drive automation/control specifications within assigned territory.

  • Evaluate automation/control business trends for potential impact on the district; identify key business opportunities and potential risks within the assigned territory.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with key automation/control customers and suppliers in the respective territory.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with local management and sales staff.

  • Develop and implement appropriate tools and training programs within the assigned territory to support the automation/control opportunities, including customers and members of the Companys team.

  • Participation, achievement and management of Schneider Electrics Industrial Automation Distributor (IAD) program status and requirements.

What you bring to the table:

  • Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills

  • Strong ability to network and make connections

  • 11+ years experience in automation and control sales; management experience preferred

  • 4 year degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Business or related field

  • Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory

Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is starting at $127,174.00 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

TheValue of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

  • Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision,and Prescription Drugbenefits.

  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

  • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

  • Enjoy our Disability Benefitsat no cost to you.

  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

  • 401(k) Savings Planwith company match to help secure your future.

  • Paid Vacation& Sick Daysto spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

  • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidaysthroughout the year.

  • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Dayto focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

  • Volunteer with Community Time Offto give back to the community.

  • Predictable Work Schedulesto plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

  • Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

  • Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

  • And More Perksthat support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

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