Sales Specialist - Automation

USTBC ABB Installation Products Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Regional Sales Manager for North America East to grow sales of B&R’s complete product range within the territory, driving new and existing opportunities through technical solutions and strategic planning.

The role involves in-depth product discussions, market intelligence, and collaboration with Marketing and Business Development, with travel up to 50-75% and passport requirements. ABB emphasizes equal opportunity employment and inclusive hiring practices.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' relevant experience in cold-calling, technical sales, business development and lead generation; prior automation industry preferred.
• Travel up to 50% - 75% within territory (mostly domestic with occasional international); applicants must possess a valid passport

Responsibilities

• Grow sales of B&R's complete product range in the territory by working on new and existing sales opportunities
• Identify, define, and develop the best technical solution and strategy for customer applications
• Hold in-depth technical presentations and discussions with the customers
• Expand customer base through the development and execution of a Target Account Business Plan
• Develop market intelligence and document this knowledge in B&R's CRM system
• Work with Marketing, Business Development, and other resources to promote sales efforts
• Attend trade shows to seek out potential customers and to represent B&R at these shows; attend yearly sales meetings and workshops
• Increase sales with existing customers through exceptional sales support as well as the introduction of new products and services
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Cold-calling

Technical sales

Lead generation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical or similar) or equivalent work experience

Job description

At ABB , we help industries run leaner and cleaner-and every person here makes that happen. You'll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Regional Sales Manager - North America East

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Grow sales of B&R's complete product range in the territory by working on new and existing sales opportunities
• Identify, define, and develop the best technical solution and strategy for customer applications
• Hold in-depth technical presentations and discussions with the customers
• Expand customer base through the development and execution of a Target Account Business Plan
• Develop market intelligence and document this knowledge in B&R's CRM system (Customer Relationship Management) system
• Work with Marketing, Business Development, and other resources to promote sales efforts
• Attend trade shows to seek out potential customers and to represent B&R at these shows; attend yearly sales meetings and workshops
• Increase sales with existing customers through exceptional sales support as well as the introduction of new products and services
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications for the Role:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical or similar) or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years' relevant experience in cold-calling, technical sales, business development and lead generation; prior automation industry preferred
• Experience with Machine and Motion Control desirable
• Ability to understand and explain technical products and solutions helpful

Travel up to 50% - 75% within territory (mostly domestic with occasional international); applicants must possess a valid passport

Applicants should possess authorization that would allow them to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship

Our Team Dynamics

Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Benefits :

Our benefits? Competitive, comprehensive, and crafted with you in mind.

What’s in it for you?

We give you the space to lead, the support to grow, and the chance to make a difference. Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.

More about us

B&R Industrial Automation is a leading developer and manufacturer of control systems for the industrial automation market. The company was founded in 1979 in Eggelsberg, Austria, and specializes in a complete range of innovative Programmable Controllers, Industrial PC's, Operator Interfaces, Servo Drives and Motion Control products. The North American subsidiary, B&R Industrial Automation Corp., was founded in 1987 in Roswell, GA, and is responsible for all North American sales activities, as well as supporting our customers with engineering and technical expertise.

B&R North America is also supported by our regional offices in Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; Boston, MA; and Milwaukee, WI; as well as Toronto and Montreal in Canada. In addition, B&R goes to market through our automation partners, a distribution network consisting of independent companies, each with an exclusive B&R sales territory. B&R has over 4,000 employees worldwide and more than 200 sales offices in 70 countries. In June 2017, B&R was acquired by Asea, Brown, and Boveri (ABB), a worldwide technology leader based in Switzerland with over 132,000 employees and over $32B in annual sales.

Join the Automation Team!

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimiative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age, race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit th