Automation Specialist - Portland

There's a Place for You at North Coast A career at North Coast 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. North Coast 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 Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska, Washington and 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. North Coast we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career. This Position Reports to Greg Bateman (View email address on click.appcast.io) What You Will Do: This is an Outside Specialist position on the Automation Solutions Team empowered with driving customer business outcomes and solutions with both internal and external customers with automation applications and related services. This position involves working closely with end users, system integrators, OEM's, engineering consulting firms and electrical contractors, specifying and applying our products for use. We will provide extensive training enablement for all products, services, and applications. This is an Outside Technical Sales Specialist position focused on Allen Bradley branded Software & Control (Automation, Industrial Computers, PLC's HMI, and Software) products and related services Seen as the product and application leader in the Automation technical segment by both internal and external stakeholders Perform as Marketing/Product Manager for Software & Control (Automation, Industrial Computers, PLC's, HMI, and Software products and related services, as a single point of contact for the Rockwell Business Unit Experienced with successful developing collaboration with both in-company associates and external vendor/partner employees Demonstrated proactive behaviors and proven aptitude for presenting solution as part of an overall business outcome Work with both internal and external customers on technical and product enablement, product selection, and pre/post-sales support when required Quotation preparation, including development of material for Software & Control (Automation, Industrial Computers, PLC's, HMI, and Software) and related services as needed for customer Work closely with manufacture sales engineers and engineering consultants to get Rockwell Automation and North Coast products and services specified Engage in a proactive role with your customers' buying behavior, becoming an intrinsic part of a customer's future manufacturing designs and delivering an exceptional customer experience Maintain a Sales Funnel to accomplish Sales Goals/Meet Sales Growth Objectives for the Software & Control Business (Automation, Industrial Computers, PLC's HMI, and Software) What You Will Bring: Electrical understanding of AC/DC circuits Allen Bradley, or equivalent application experience with automation systems such as Programmable Logic Controllers, Human Machine Interface, Industrial Computers, and Software Development Tools Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowertPoint and TEAMS Strong written and verbal skills in a team environment Self-driven, proactive desire to develop a stronger understanding of all Rockwell Automation/AlIen-Bradley products and service offerings College degree preferred or equal experience and expertise in this area Physical Requirements and Work Environment: Professional office environment and frequent computer use Regional travel (customers, vendors, jobsite, North Coast Service Centers, etc.) and occasional out-of-area travel (training) Lifting up-to 30 lbs Good driving record Additional Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of all applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include a background check, drug screening, credit check, and motor vehicle record review, as permitted by law and required for the position. What We Offer You We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates: Healthcare plans Dental & vision Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Tuition Reimbursement Employee referral bonus 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 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. Learn More About Us Get to know us on YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and learn how we're "Powering Progress for Future Generations." Learn more at North Coast is part of the Sonepar family of brands: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Sonepar 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. Sonepar and our family of brands are 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. EEO is the Law Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sonepar USA Inc