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SMC · 1 day ago

Industrial Automation Product Specialist

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$78K/yr - $78K/yr

SMC Corporation of America is seeking an Industrial Automation Product Specialist to provide subject matter expertise in promotion and sales of strategic product lines. The role involves developing and maintaining a senior Sales and Engineering position, assisting in executing new sales strategies, and managing projects at target accounts.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingMechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

Provided detail technical feedback to engineering and marketing for new product development

Identify competitive industry trends

Document sales calls, projects, opportunities, contacts, success reports and activity in CRM

Effectively utilize SMC tools and resources to ensure organizational consistency and efficiency

Be involved with target accounts and their projects directly related to SMC products. This includes being acquainted with the various buying influences at these accounts and the technical requirements for the introduction of specific SMC product

Provide continuous training to SMC sales and distributor sales personnel on the function of the product, as well as how the product would help the customer to increase efficiency and lower overall machine cost

Introduce new product internally and externally

Identify new business opportunities and generate leads within the assigned market

Participate at national, regional, and local trade shows to support product promotion

Administer detailed technical presentations to all levels of national, regional, and local customers

Qualification

Industrial AutomationEngineering DegreeSales StrategiesTechnical PresentationsProject ManagementCustomer InteractionLead GenerationCompetitive Analysis

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline or equivalent work experience in industrial automation

Experience with or knowledge of competitive product

Demonstrated ability to size and implement our newest 'high tech' products

Extensive experience with various manufacturing products and processes, including (but not limited to) the following: packaging, electronics, food, laser cutting, pharmaceutical, life science, chemical, and automotive