Outside Sales Representative Birmingham/Decatur, AL

Join Our Growing Team!

Are you a driven professional with a passion for automation and technical sales? We’re seeking a talented Outside Salesperson to join our team and expand our business footprint across Alabama.

The Role

In this role, you’ll play a key part in driving sales growth for MG Automation & Controls. You’ll leverage your technical expertise to identify new sales opportunities in the market, build relationships with customers, identify product opportunities, and deliver customized automation solutions that meet their specific needs.

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 MG’s product offerings.
• Develop and deliver compelling presentations showcasing MG’s automation products and services.
• Track sales and financial data, generating regular reports for management.
• Represent MG 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 MG 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); experience with Salesforce is a plus.
• 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 is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred, or equivalent work experience.

Ready to Join the Flow of Automation?

If you’re a high-energy technical professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys building relationships with clients, we encourage you to apply! MG Automation & Controls offers a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with a team of industry leaders. Be part of a growing organization and help shape the future of automation products and solutions for our customers and the aggressive growth strategy of our company!