Solutions Specialist- Smart Components

There’s a Place for You at OneSource Distributors A career at OneSource is more than a job. You’re investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. OneSource offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building – you can find it here. We operate throughout Arizona, Hawaii, and all of California. We are part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe. Being “Powered by Difference” means we respect and value diverse perspectives. At OneSource, we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can provide exciting opportunities to grow your career. What you will do Reporting directly to the Director of Automation Solutions, the Solutions Specialist for Industrial Control, Sensors, and Safety is responsible for driving growth, leading technical and commercial initiatives, and enabling exceptional outcomes for customers served by the Orange County, CA, office of OneSource Distributors. This role partners closely with account managers, inside sales, and key vendor partners such as Rockwell Automation to promote and position technologies in industrial automation, sensing, and safety system solutions. This position requires strong technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and collaboration skills to drive adoption of industrial control, sensor, and safety products across the territory. Drive year-over-year sales growth for industrial control, sensor, and safety portfolios Maintain a healthy CRM funnel to sustain growth; support opportunity qualification and forecasting across key planning segments Advance business development activities across customer base to earn new business from both existing and new customers Maintain a trusted advisor posture to provide value-driven insights to customers Network with key customer stakeholders to build lasting relationships Work directly with OneSource Account Managers to identify new opportunities and support strategic account planning Leverage vendor programs to accelerate sales and improve customer value Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual commercial activities aligned with vendor and company objectives Deliver product demonstrations, technical presentations, customer training sessions, and value-based customer discussions for assigned product areas Collaborate with vendor teams, domain experts, marketing, and digital teams to support campaigns and events Support internal training to elevate technical competency across the sales organization Engage with vendor support structures to resolve quality, pricing, or technical concerns Contribute to quarterly business reviews and provide performance and growth insights What you will bring Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS), preferably in engineering, industrial technology, or a related technical field preferred Understanding of industrial automation, sensors, machine safety, and control system technologies required Experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or product management preferred Strong communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills required Willingness to continuously learn and build technical and commercial competency required Location This role is based in Fullerton, CA Salary Range This is an exempt position that pays $89,000 - $122,000 annually.This salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, within California. The actual range of the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to the base salary, this role offers a competitive commission plan. What We Offer You Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programs Opportunity to become a shareholder Employer-paid short- and long-term disability Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents Robust wellness program Gym reimbursement Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We’re proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported. OneSource Distributors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. OneSource is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 760-966-4500or View email address on click.appcast.io OneSource Distributors is a M/F/Disabled and Vet EEO/AA employer Nearest Major Market: Orange County Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles #J-18808-Ljbffr