Sales Lead - Automation Solutions

AIQU; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AIQU in Houston is seeking an experienced Sales Lead to drive growth in the Automation Solutions space. A strong technical background and a proven transition into solution sales are highly valued.

You will develop existing and new business, lead solution-based sales of industrial automation products, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver value-driven solutions.

This role requires excellent communication and relationship management to achieve sales targets and expand market presence.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in technical sales or business development.
• Experience in automation solution selling.
• Proven track record in account management and new business acquisition.
• Engineers who transitioned into Sales are highly preferred.
• Experience in Oil & Gas or with a System Integrator is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business with existing customers and new clients.
• Drive solution-based sales of industrial automation products and services.
• Understand customer requirements and propose value-driven automation solutions.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to develop winning solutions.
• Achieve sales targets while expanding market presence.

Skills

Automation sales

Account management

New business development

Engineering background

Communication

Negotiation

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Sales Lead to drive business growth in the Automation Solutions space. If you have a strong technical background and have successfully transitioned into solution sales, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and grow business with both existing customers and new clients
• Drive solution-based sales of industrial automation products and services
• Understand customer requirements and propose value-driven automation solutions
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders
• Collaborate with technical and engineering teams to develop winning solutions
• Achieve sales targets while expanding market presence

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of experience in technical sales or business development
• Strong experience in automation solution selling
• Proven track record in both account management and new business acquisition
• Candidates who started their careers as Engineers and later transitioned into Sales are highly preferred
• Experience in the Oil & Gas industry or with a System Integrator is an advantage
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills