Industrial Automation Sales Manager

Rexel1; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Rexel USA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking an Industrial Automation Sales Manager to develop and implement sales strategies that grow the automation business within the assigned region, working with existing customers and actively acquiring new ones.

You will lead and mentor a sales team, engage with executive decision makers, and drive a disciplined CRM-based funnel management process to ensure consistent, profitable growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct sales experience in electrical distribution or industrial automation.
• Experience leading a sales team and developing go-to-market plans.
• Ability to engage executive decision makers and manage complex deals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategy to expand automation business within the region with existing and new customers.
• Lead and mentor the sales team to drive profitable growth.
• Engage with executive decision makers at key customers.
• Oversee a scalable sales process and funnel management using CRM.
• Collaborate with regional leadership on supplier initiatives.

Skills

Sales leadership

Client relationship

Strategic planning

Communication

Mentoring

Education

HS diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree - preferred

Tools

CRM

Job description

We are looking for an Industrial Automation Sales Manager to join our Rexel USA team in Santa Clara, CA!

Summary:

The Industrial Automation Sales Manager is responsible for developing and implementing sales strategy to expand the Automation business within assigned region/territory with existing customers and to acquire new customers.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement sales strategy and execute plans to expand the Automation business within assigned region/territory with existing customers, and to acquire new customers
• Develop, lead, and mentor sales team to drive consistent profitable growth
• Engage with executive decision makers at key and target customers
• Develop and oversee scalable and discipline sales process utilizing CRM for funnel management
• Assist regional commercial leadership with review and implementation of Rexel and key supplier initiatives
• Lead team to execute commercial plans for new growth sectors, such as, Information Software, Process Automation, IIOT and others
• Understand customer specific business challenges for OEM, End Users, System Integrators, Contractors, and others
• Drive digital adoption as digital champion with team and customers
• Review and present contractual purchase order requirements for review by legal teams
• Create a best place to work environment for all employees
• Create a culture focused on success and winning
• Celebrate team and individual accomplishments
• Appropriately address performance challenges
• Monitor and maintain market and competitive intelligence; develop database detailing competitor information in our market area
• Lead customer success - Net Promoter Score tool management
• Other duties as assigned

Job Duties Disclaimer:

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need:

• 5+ years of direct sales experience in the electrical distribution industry, preferably in the industrial automation sector (Rockwell/Allen Bradley knowledge a plus)
• Prior management experience preferred
• High School or GED - Required
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership, organizational/planning skills as well as ability to influence and lead through others
• Proven track record and skills to drive positive business performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer focused

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly - at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly - at least 51%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly - at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20%

Working Environment:

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally - up to 20%
• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally - up to 20%

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

For the state of California only, the pay range is $134,265.23 to $167,831.53 , depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission/bonus plan: MIP Plan

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workfo