Now Hiring - Emerson Electric Co. - Inside Sales Representative in Houston, TX

If you are an Inside Sales professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in our Houston, TX location you will provide total support to sales representatives and their customers by providing pre-sale and post-sales activities, and technical support for Emerson’s Rosemount Tank Gauging . This is a HYBRID position that has the flexibility of a remote work option for up to three days a week.

AS AN INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE, YOU WILL:

• Prequalify customer requests for quotation to ensure that a quote will meet the customers’ application and operational needs and explore opportunities for additional products or services
• Prepare and send customer quotations that are on time, technically accurate, commercially verified, and offer the best all-around solution
• Drive for On-Time Delivery shipment results
• Drive 1-1-X (One day to quote, one day to load and deliver as per customer request date) to exceed customers’ expectations
• Collaborate with the business unit, regional managers, field sales, and sales reps to understand customer requirements
• Answer customer questions, both technical and commercial
• Maintain accurate and complete records in our business system, and other tools as required
• Provide product and application information to external and internal customers related to the quotes in progress
• Communicate with manufacturing locations for queries regarding lead time, and specials
• Attend meetings with customers and/or field sales and sales meetings when needed
• Always conduct all business activities and all communication in a professional manner
• Ensure that all technical information communicated is complete, accurate, and timely
• Support Order Execution to ensure that purchase orders are commercially and technically clean and accurate, and to resolve any technical-related issues that occur during the order cycle
• Pro-active management of personal quote backlog in accordance with the agreed procedures
• Provide general support for Emerson’s Rosemount Tank Gauging and sales office
• Get involved in process improvements, including identifying issues, and bottlenecks, suggesting possible solutions in a timely manner
• Conduct due diligence, legal, and commercial compliance approval process in collaboration with the Checkpoint Champion
• Interface with customers, representatives, and peers for coordination and accomplishment of assigned tasks
• Ensure that activities are carried out according to agreed departmental KPIs and Procedures and recorded in required business systems (constantly and comprehensively)
• Attend relevant technical and commercial training as required to maintain a high level of product and process knowledge, including new products as and when released
• Adhere to local and international Emerson Trade Compliance and Quality Management procedures, as well as the Emerson Ethics policy, with respect to all business activities
• Adhere to Emerson’s commitment to Environment, Health & Safety as a core business value

WHO YOU ARE:

You are passionate about making an impact and always act with integrity. You continuously push yourself to achieve new goals and are not afraid to question the status quo by proposing creative solutions to problems.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position or in a commercial environment
• Relevant knowledge of the industry
• Good organizational skills
• A good eye for detail
• Communication skills via e-mail or phone to both internal and external customers
• Time management is crucial to your success, as well as being adaptable to change
• Strong familiarity with productivity tools such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business or Technical Degree
• Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains and/or Oracle experience is a plus

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: We drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

We invest in our employees to ensure they have the marketplace knowledge, skills, and competencies to bring this Purpose to life while competing and leading in a global economy.

Our training programs focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership.

Our success is measured by the positive impact we make on people, our communities, and the world through our unwavering focus on environmental, social, and regulatory progress. Learn more about us!

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer you the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more. We also provide you flexible time-off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation, and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their experiences and perspectives – and that reflects the world around us. We believe a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson .

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a leading global technology, software and engineering company providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets.

Our Automation Solutions business helps process, hybrid and discrete manufacturers maximize production, protect personnel and the environment while optimizing their energy and operating costs.

Our Commercial & Residential Solutions business helps ensure human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency and create sustainable infrastructure.

We help customers in the world’s most essential industries solve the biggest challenges of modern life.

Every day, our global workforce fulfills our unified Purpose and lives out the Values we hold close as an organization: Integrity, Safety & Quality, Support Our People, Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Our Causes – Planet, Humanity, Champion, Inclusion and Future – shape, define and fuel Emerson’s culture while inspiring our innovative spirit and driving our focus.

Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or recently received your master’s degree, you’ll find opportunities with us. Join our team and start your journey today!

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