Automation Product Specialist
Rexel Usa
Drive automation product sales, support customers, and provide technical expertise.
21 days ago ago
$75,000 - $95,000
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Rochester, NY
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electrical Distribution
Energy Management
Automation
Lighting
Building Controls
Renewable Energy Solutions
Industrial Solutions
Smart Home Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Residential
Commercial
Automation
Electrical Supplies
Construction
Project Management
Safety and Security
Role
What you would be doing
quoting
technical support
product demo
training
inventory management
sales strategy
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
- Work with prospective customers to move projects through the sales cycle to conclusion
- Work with Purchasing on proper inventory of high-tech products and identify any potential obsolesce problems
- Properly prepare for sales calls, customers events, etc.
- Acquire, use, and continuously develop personal technical knowledge
- Provide oral and/or written quotations, proposals or estimates of prices, scope of work, terms, and delivery
- Describe or demonstrate product to customers
- Lead and support sales efforts with key targets, key customers, and key opportunities in assigned product and/or area/region
- Provide expert knowledge to Sales and Branch teams to facilitate quoting, order entry, and order expediting
- Establish relationships with sales and customers to better understand sales potential
- Create and present technical and commercial training for internal and external customers
- Provide technical support for internal and external customers via on-site visit, phone, and email. This could include, but is not limited to troubleshooting products, finding technical documentation and specifications, product selection and, other requested activities
- Meet or exceed sales goals of assigned technology offer
- Work with sales to establish joint strategies and activities
What you bring
microsoft office
5+ years
high school
bachelor's degree
driver's license
electrical distribution
- Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Intermediate/advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
- Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None
- 5+ years of experience
- Ability to develop and present specialized instruction concerning the specific high-tech equipment in the assigned area of responsibility
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - Occasionally – up to 20%
- High School or GED - Required
- Up to 50 pounds - None
- Electrical distribution industry or related experience required
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Up to 25 pounds - None
- Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, or governmental regulations
- Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20%
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to practice good interpersonal relations, using tact, courtesy, a positive attitude toward customers and co-workers, pleasant communication etiquette, and a general attitude as a representative of goodwill on behalf of the company at work or during company travel
- Travels to offsite locations - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
- Life Insurance
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Employee Discount Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
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Company
Overview
- A leading distributor of electrical products and services across North America.
- Operates through a wide network of branches, supporting industries such as energy, industrial, and residential sectors.
- Plays a crucial role in powering smart solutions for buildings and infrastructure, enhancing both energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Offers tailored solutions for key markets such as industrial automation, energy management, and the residential space.
- Has a strong foundation of innovation and has developed partnerships with global suppliers to enhance its product offering.
- Is involved in key projects across energy, infrastructure, and commercial spaces, helping to drive modern electrical solutions in various sectors.
- Is constantly evolving, with a focus on advancing technology and digital solutions for customers, ensuring operational efficiency and smarter energy use.
- Customer Focus
- Innovation and Agility
- Integrity and Accountability
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Sustainability and Responsibility
2050 Carbon Neutrality
Net-Zero Commitment
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
50% CO2 Reduction
Emission Target
Aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
- Investing in renewable energy solutions for operations
- Promoting energy-efficient products and solutions to customers
- Supporting the circular economy through the recycling of electrical materials
By 2030
Gender Parity Goal
Target for achieving equal representation of gender in leadership roles.
- Ensuring a balanced representation of gender and ethnic diversity at all levels
- Implementing inclusive leadership programs and talent development initiatives
- Tracking diversity progress through regular workforce audits and metrics
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