What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse Software Consulting Engineer position at Bastian Solutions?
Job Description
Are you looking for an exciting career that links your engineering expertise and customer focused passion?
The Logistics Consultants support our sales teams to design automated material handling systems leveraging the latest technologies in the industry to help our customers deliver the things people need to live better and easier lives. With a focus on software, they work together with our consulting, controls, robotics and other teams in conjunction with our customers to define scope and requirements needed to deliver the best solution for our clients both for new systems and enhancements to existing sites. This role gives you the opportunity to see how some of the most advanced material handling equipment is integrated into our customers’ operations and existing IT systems.
Job Functions
Develop a solid understanding of Bastian’s Exacta software
Support our consulting and sales teams as the software subject matter expert – defining software scope and requirements, providing design feedback
Lead requirements gathering and scope definition efforts with our customers in the sales process
Create software-specific proposal and presentation content in support of the overall solution proposal
Support sales presentations on our solutions, speaking to the role Bastian’s Exacta software plays in the customers’ operations
Work with our Software Delivery team to communicate requirements and develop cost estimates in support of the overall solution proposal
Provide excellent customer service by staying engaged with our customers long-term as their business needs change and evolve
Support our Software Operations team by being hands-on supporting testing and go-live efforts if needed
Assist our customer support teams if needed
Travel Requirements
20% travel should be expected (1-2 day trips typical, 5+ days possible, travel by car, air, etc.)
Preferred Skills and Desired Qualifications
Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
Please note this position is not remote, our company supports a hybrid work model which requires individuals to come into the office a few times a week.
5+ years’ industry experience in technical sales
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Industrial preferred) or related technical/supply chain field. MBA desirable.
Technical mindset with a strong desire to learn, ask questions and seek answers
Positive, problem-solving mentality
Entrepreneurial, optimistic about pursuing opportunities
Confident communication, presentation skills
High proficiency in MS Office applications
Familiarity with material handling equipment and automation
Experience with warehouse software applications, software required
Previous experience leading or supporting technical sales preferred
Understanding of networking and IT hardware fundamentals a preferred
Loves meeting people, building relationships and working in a team environment
Salary : $69,000 - $113,000