District Sales Manager (Remote - Michigan)

-; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Sales professional for a remote role based in Michigan. This position demands strong skills in developing sales strategies, customer relationship management, and market analysis, with a focus on the Industrial Automation market. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of related sales experience. Strong communication skills and willingness to travel are essential. Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related sales experience.
• Ability to understand technical issues and troubleshoot problems.
• Willingness to travel 25% - 35%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies.
• Engage channel partners for market share growth.
• Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts.

Skills

Sales strategies implementation

Customer relationship management

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Technical proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent industrial sales experience

Automation sales experience (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

If you are a Sales professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! This is a remote based role in Michigan, ideally located in or around Detroit with frequent travel across the state and down to Toledo, Ohio.

Responsibilities

Sales Execution:

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies and plans to exceed sales targets within the assigned territory for Industrial Automation Market.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities and market trends and capitalize on them to drive revenue growth.
• Build and maintain a sales pipeline, with a consistent focus on new customer acquisition, opportunity creation and closure.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to stay ahead of the competition.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Actively engage channel partners with a focus on sales and market share growth; hold them accountable to sales targets, activity levels, and joint business development plans.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing Industrial Automation key customers.
• Understand customer needs, provide technical expertise, and offer solutions that align with their requirements.
• Address customer concerns and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Sales Reporting and Forecasting:

• Prepare regular sales reports, including sales activity, customer feedback, and Industrial Automation market trends analysis.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and participate in the annual budgeting process.

Industry Knowledge and Product Expertise:

• Stay up to date with industry trends, market developments, and emerging technologies related to the (FLMC). Key brands include ASCO, TopWorx, and AGI.
• Collaborate with the IA Business Manager to align new product development with evolving market needs and technological demands.
• Develop a deep understanding of (FCLM) product portfolio supporting Industrial Automation Industries such as Chemical, Industrial Machinery, Life Science, etc.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations to customers, showcasing the value proposition of Emerson's products and solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent industrial sales experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of related sales experience.
• Technical proficiency with the ability to understand technical issues and troubleshoot problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal & negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport, establish trust and close deals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, in particular Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Technical proficiency with the ability to understand technical issues and troubleshoot problems.
• The ability to successfully work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Willingness and ability to travel 25% - 35% with overnight and extended travel days within the assigned territory.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Automation sales experience
• Mechanical, electrical, process control, fluid power or fluid control technical aptitude

Physical Demands

Sitting, walking, talking in person and by phone or video, traveling by car, plane, and/or train. Extensive use of computer equipment and Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint. The physical demands described here and above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment

The work environmental characteristics described here and above are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions of the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT), H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.