Sales Manager - Industrial Automation

Wesco; Carol Stream (IL); Presencial; USD 105.000 - 132.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Wesco is seeking a Sales Manager - Industrial Automation to lead and grow the automation sales team. You will develop and execute business plans, build strategic customer relationships, and drive revenue for automation products.

You will forecast demand, manage the sales pipeline, and collaborate with vendors to support customers. The role requires strong leadership, market insight, and travel up to 25% to cover the territory.

Qualificações

• 5 years in electrical industry as a manufacturer or distributor.
• Experience selling, supporting, or using automation products (e.g., Rockwell or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; High School or equivalent required.

Responsabilidades

• Recruits and manages performance of the automation sales group.
• Projects and forecasts sales volume for existing and new product lines and customers.
• Manages sales pipeline to meet goals for automation products.
• Develops strategic relationships with key customers within the territory.
• Analyzes local market to develop campaigns, marketing plans, and quotas.
• Liaison between Wesco and automation vendors.
• Supports territory sales manager in disciplined sales management.
• Prepares periodic sales reports on volume, performance to goal, and opportunities.

Conhecimentos

Sales experience

Team leadership

Automation product knowledge

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Formação

High School Degree or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Ferramentas

Rockwell Automation familiarity

Distributor/channel knowledge

Descrição da vaga

As a Sales Manager - Industrial Automation, you will create, manage, and promote the execution of automation business plans, including execution of objectives and sales goals. You will be responsible for the automation sales team who promotes and technically supports automation products. You will also develop strategic relationships with key customers.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, and manages performance of automation sales group.
• Projects and forecasts expected sales volume for existing and new product lines and customers.
• Manages sales pipeline for territory to provide enough opportunities to meet sales goals for automation products.
• Develops strategic relationships with key customers within territory.
• Analyzes, and understands local market to develop sales campaigns, creates marketing plans, and establishes sales quotas.
• Liaison between Wesco and automation vendors.
• Supports territory sales manager in all aspects of disciplined sales management.
• Prepares periodic sales reports for management showing sales volume, performance to goal, and potential opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 5 years required electrical industry as a manufacturer or distributor.
• 5 years required selling, supporting, or using automation product like Rockwell Automation or equivalent manufacturer.
• Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.
• Ability to perform analytics on sales history and market information.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• 2 years preferred technical sales management.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Working Environment

Outside Sales – Work is generally performed in an office environment, but the employee may need to travel to customer sites or warehouse facilities. Driving may be required for an extended period of time with frequent stops and starts. Can be exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

Compensation Details: $105,289 - $131,611 Annually

This amount is what we reasonably believe we will pay for the position; however, offer amounts may vary based on factors such as geographic location, relevant education, experience, qualifications, skills, shift, or any collective bargaining agreements.

For eligible positions, compensation may include participation in a bonus or sales incentive plan,subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents. For certain sales roles, Wesco also offers a commission structure that provides additional compensation based on sales results, as defined by the applicable commission plan.

In addition, Wesco offers abenefits program for eligible employees, which may include paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement savings plans. Additional details about benefits are available here .

About The Team

At Wesco, we build, connect, power and protect the world. As a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions, we create a world that you can depend on.

Our Company’s greatest asset is our people. Wesco is committed to fostering a workplace where every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We promote a culture that is grounded in teamwork and respect. With a workforce of over 20,000 people worldwide, we embrace the unique perspectives each person brings. Through comprehensive benefits and active community engagement, we create an environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

Wesco International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Wesco”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. US applicants only, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Los Angeles Unincorporated County Candidates Only: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

This posting is for a current, active vacancy intended for immediate hire.