What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Product Specialist position at Rexel USA, Inc?

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Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies : Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer.

A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn, and a fun, inclusive culture. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is valued, treated with dignity and respect, and empowered to do their best work.

Our values are the foundation for how we operate with our employees, customers, and suppliers. We strive to Deliver the Best Customer Experience, Join Forces for Success, Encourage Innovation, Engage People to Develop Their Talents, Trust Each Other, and Enjoy Making a Difference.

If you're driven by collaboration and delivering quality work, join Rexel Automation as a Automation Product Specialist!

The position of Automation Product Specialist (Software & Control) will be based out of our Broken Arrow, OK location!

Summary

The Automation Product Specialist (Software & Control) is responsible for assisting Outside sales to drive sales of automation products and solutions to customers. Responsible for understanding the features and benefits of the products and solutions, providing product knowledge and addressing customer inquiries. The Automation Product Specialist's goal is to build strong relationships with customers, identify their needs, and recommend the most suitable products and solutions to meet those needs.

What You'll Do

Meet or exceed sales goals of assigned technology offer
Lead and support sales efforts with key targets, key customers, and key opportunities in assigned product and / or area / region
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
Establish relationships with sales and customers to better understand sales potential
Work with sales to establish joint strategies and activities
Provide expert knowledge to Sales and Branch teams to facilitate quoting, order entry, and order expediting
Create and present technical and commercial training for internal and external customers
Describe or demonstrate product to customers
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
Work with prospective customers to move projects through the sales cycle to conclusion
Properly prepare for sales calls, customers events, etc.
Work with Purchasing on proper inventory of high-tech products and identify any potential obsolesce problems
Perform other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need

High School or GED

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree Preferred

5 years of experience

Electrical distribution industry or related experience required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

Valid Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Intermediate / advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel / Outlook / Word

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

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

Ability to develop and present specialized instruction concerning the specific high-tech equipment in the assigned area of responsibility

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment :

Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and / or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally – up to 20%

Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock None

Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment None

Travels to offsite locations Frequently – 21% to 50%

Physical Demands :

Sit : Must be able to remain in a stationary position Frequently – 21% to 50%

Walk : Must be able to move about inside / outside office or work location Frequently – 21% to 50%

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel : Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%

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%

Climb or balance : Must be able to ascend / descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally – up to 20%

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%

Weight and Force :

Up to 10 pounds Occasionally – up to 20%

Up to 25 pounds None

Up to 50 pounds None

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO / Disabled / Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

Our Benefits Include :

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

401K with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year

Tuition Reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA Accounts

Commuter Transit Benefits

Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training & Development Programs

Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Automation Product Specialist

151440

Broken Arrow, OK

Rexel Automation

Branch Support Staff

Automation & Energy

Rexel USA is a VEVRAA federal contractor and an EEO / AA employer. (Females / Minorities / Protected Veterans / Individuals with a Disability) We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, treated with dignity and respect, and empowered to do their best work. If you encounter difficulty using our online application system due to disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation, email staffing@rexelusa.com or call (888) 739-3547

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