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Outside Sales Representative

Blaine, MN, USA ● Minneapolis, MN, USA Req #1080
January 9, 2025

Responsibilities

  • Prospect for new clients through cold calling, networking, and lead follow-up
  • Conduct market research to uncover sales potential and understand customer requirements
  • Consult with clients to identify their automation challenges, analyze their needs, and propose effective solutions using Kim Controls product offerings
  • Develop and deliver compelling presentations showcasing Kim Controls automation products and services
  • Track sales and financial data, generating regular reports for management
  • Represent Kim Controls at trade shows and industry conferences
  • Negotiate and close deals, addressing customer concerns and objections
  • Collaborate with internal teams to achieve optimal results for all Kim Controls customers
  • Gather customer feedback and share insights with relevant departments

Qualifications

  • Proven success in a technical sales role or related field, preferably within the automation industry
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong understanding of industrial automation principles and applications
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into clear and concise language for customers
  • Experience identifying customer needs and proposing technical solutions
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with a plus for Salesforce experience.
  • Passion for sales and a commitment to achieving results
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
  • Ability to learn quickly and stay up-to-date on industry trends
  • Experience selling to industrial, municipal, OEM, or food processing companies a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a related technical field preferred or equivalent work experience

Other details

  • Pay Type Salary
Location on Google Maps
  • Blaine, MN, USA
  • Minneapolis, MN, USA