Phoenix Contact

Phoenix Contact

Sales Engineer - OEM

San Francisco, California · Exec

Sponsorship not specified$112k-$152kDetected 43 days ago
CRMSalesBusiness DevelopmentPipeline ManagementCustomer SupportCommunicationCollaborationPublic Speaking

About the role

  • The Sales Engineer (OEM) works closely with our Channel and Field Application Engineering teams to ensure customer satisfaction and achieve sales targets.
  • This role focuses on deepening relationships within assigned accounts, driving growth opportunities, and expanding business engagement to maximize long-term value.

Responsibilities

  • Be proficient in BASE selling skills and implement to build strong customer relationships.
  • Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and sales materials.
  • Maintain and update CRM systems with accurate client information. Fully utilize the CRM as a communication, reporting, measurement, and tracking tool to enhance productivity.
  • Collaborate with the entire Phoenix Contact team to align efforts, effectively communicate both verbally and written.
  • Be proficient in and drive the use of all sales tools provided to support local markets.
  • Continue personal development through an effective skill-building program as determined by the RSM, Director of Sales, and/or the Harrisburg Training Department.

Requirements

  • 1 to 3 years minimum sales experience in the electronics or industrial automation & controls marketplace.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
  • Must be able to travel via airplane.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel via automobile for up to six hours at a time.
  • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to travel overnight 40% as dictated by assigned territory.
  • Punctuality is required.
  • Comfortable conducting regular outreach and check-ins with assigned accounts to maintain engagement and uncover new opportunities.
  • Essential Job Functions
  • Comply with company dress code guidelines.
  • Regular and on-time attendance.

Nice to have

  • Four-year degree preferred.
  • Technical discipline preferred and/or equivalent experience.
  • Experience working with distribution preferred.

Skills

  • Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department.
  • Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates.
  • Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Compensation

  • $112,000 - $152,000 plus location adjustment.
  • Compensation information is made available in good faith.
  • Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
  • Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted.

Benefits

  • Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, bonus plan and a generous time off package.
  • Phoenix Contact USA reserves the right to adjust ranges based on candidate's experience, location and internal & external equity.

Company info

  • The Sales Engineer (OEM) plays a key role in identifying growth opportunities, building relationships with potential and existing developing customers, and supporting the sales pipeline through consistent outreach and follow-up.
  • Differentiate Phoenix Contact from other component vendors by building "partner" relationships with customers.

Equal opportunity

  • We are an equal opportunity employer.
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