Automation Sales – Software and Controls Manager

Fitzii; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits plans

Pension plans

Career opportunities

Job summary

Rexel Canada is seeking an Automation Sales Manager based in Burnaby, BC, to lead Rockwell Controllers, HMIs, and network solutions across the BC territory. You will partner with regional automation teams to drive strategic initiatives, deliver technical support, and grow our market share in energy solutions and industrial automation.

The role requires a diploma in Electrical/Electronic/Automation Technology, 2+ years in automation sales, and willingness to travel to the US for training.

Qualifications

• Electrical/Electronic/Automation Technology diploma or degree (recognized institution).
• Minimum 2 years in automation or technical product sales/support.
• Knowledge of Strategic Selling, Customer-Centric Selling, Conceptual Selling, etc.
• Strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Technical understanding of electrical circuits; working knowledge of industrial automation preferred.
• Product and application knowledge of Rockwell Automation Controllers, HMIs, and software.
• Ability to interpret single-line electrical drawings.
• Understanding of industrial networking and Ethernet I/P.
• Valid driver’s license and passport required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute an annual strategic sales plan.
• Develop and execute commercial activities to meet plan.
• Manage an opportunity funnel to hit sales targets.
• Pursue and develop new business opportunities.
• Support Westburne and Rockwell reps with account planning.
• Provide pre-sale technical consultation to customers.
• Deliver post-sale technical support and product updates.
• Conduct technical presentations and product launches.
• Travel to the US regularly for training as needed.
• Expand market penetration using marketing tools.

Skills

Electrical/Automation knowledge

Sales principles

Time management

Problem-solving

Industrial networking

Rockwell Automation knowledge

Electrical drawings interpretation

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Automation Technology diploma or degree

Tools

Rockwell Automation software

HMI software

Ethernet I/P

Job description

Automation Sales – Software and Controls Manager

Company: Westburne

Location: Burnaby, BC

Type: Full-time

Description:

JoinRexel:AGlobalLeaderinElectricalDistribution

Rexel is a world leader in the electrical distribution market, operating in 18 Countries and leveraging a network of 1950 branches and 27000 employees. We provide innovative electrical solutions and equipment for the industrial, residential and commercial sectors. As the energy evolves, our business is transforming alongside it.This change is driven by you - our fresh thinkers, innovators and groundbreakers. By collaborating closely with our customers and partners, Rexel is dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our employees, customer and stake holders alike. Together we are building sustainable performance and shaping a better future.

Rexel Canada operates under six distinct banners: Rexel Atlantic, Rexel Utility, Westburne, Nedco, LTL and Talley.

Westburne is much more than electrical products. We are Canada’s market leader in energy solutions, renewables, lighting, wire & cable, automation and connected network solutions. We have access to the best partners in the industry and we go above and beyond to help our customers and partners grow.

What You Will Do With Us

As the Automation Sales Manager based in Burnaby, you are responsible for Rockwell Controllers, HMI and Networks to support the geographical territory of BC. Reporting to the Regional Automation Manager, you will represent the a portfolio of Allen-Bradley software & control products & services supporting both internal and external customers with in-depth technical and application knowledge while being responsible for the sales performance of their product discipline within the assigned territory.

How You Will Thrive With Us

• You will prepare and execute an annual strategic business plan for sales development.
• You will develop and execute commercial activities as a component of an annual strategic business plan.
• You will actively manage an opportunity funnel that is appropriate for achieving sales objectives.
• You will actively pursue and develop new business opportunities.
• You will support Westburne and Rockwell Automation sales representatives with account planning and execution.
• You will act as a pre-sale technical consultant to provide technical solutions to customers.
• You will provide post-sale technical support to build the competency and confidence of customers.
• You will conduct technical presentations and product updates.
• You must be able to travel to the US regularly or as needed for training as this is required for the position.
• You will execute product launches, seminars, promotional programs, etc.
• You will implement strategies to address competition and expand market penetration using available marketing tools.

Who Are You

• You have an Electrical/Electronic/Automation Technology diploma or degree from a recognized institution.
• You have a minimum of 2-years of previous experience in automation or technical product sales/support.
• You have an understanding of sales principles such as Strategic Selling, Customer-Centric Selling, Conceptual Selling, etc.
• You have strong time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
• You have a technical understanding of electrical circuits. Working knowledge of industrial automation is preferred.
• You have product and application knowledge of Rockwell Automation Controllers, HMI’s and software.
• You are able to accurately interpret single-line electrical drawings
• You have an understanding of industrial networking and Ethernet I/P.
• Valid driver’s license and passport will be required for this position.

What We Offer

• Our employees enjoy a positive work- life balance while thriving in an environment that is dynamic and motivated by new and exciting challenges.
• Weprovidecompetitivecompensation,comprehensivebenefitsplans,andpensionplans,alongwitharemarkablerangeofcareeropportunities - whether advancing in your current field or exploring something entirely new. If you are motivated, we will help you find the career path that suits you.
• RexelCanadaiscommittedtoEmploymentEquityandvaluesadiverse workforce, recognizing each employee's unique talents and skills.