Industrial Automation Specialist

Industrial Automation Specialist

As an Industrial Automation Specialist, you will be responsible for providing pre- or post-sales support to assist the Sales team in their sales efforts of industrial automation products, systems and services. You will use its product knowledge to deliver presentations and product demonstrations to customers and sales representatives and will have a continuing role in customer support to address questions or issues in the usage of the products.

Responsibilities:

• Provides technical services to clients relating to industrial automation products.
• Makes sales calls, research customer needs and provides product and application information; demonstrating technology solutions for customers.
• Gathers, analyzes and shares technical information and solutions to internal and external customers.
• Provides pre/post automation sales support for sales teams and customers.
• Develops expertise in industrial automation product groups and shares that knowledge as needed.
• Participates in joint sales calls with customers and prospects.
• Participates in ongoing training to maintain technical competency in product and complementary product areas.
• Understands market conditions and competitive forces.
• Participates in marketing, promotion programs, and product launches from product businesses.
• Maintains excellent relationships with vendor product managers and other selling resources

Qualifications:

• High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 2+ years technical background and/or experience.
• Strong computer skills.
• Communication and presentation skills
• 1 year preferred automation sales.
• 2 years preferred technical experience using automation products.

Compensation Details $73,245 - $91,555 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 a benefits 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.

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