Now Hiring - AFP Industries - AUTOMATION SALES REPRESENTATIVE in Greensboro, NC

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AFP specializes in selling motion control utilizing Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Electric products. You will work with a team of manufacturer partners, Customer Service Representatives and Applications Engineers to offer solutions for our customer applications using Electrical and Pneumatics Automation products. * Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Responsible for supporting the company's automation sales goals through professional sales techniques and good customer service, meeting sales growth goals. * Develops maximum automation sales potential out of assigned territory through competitive sales techniques and knowledge of AFP automation products and services. * Builds and maintains positive relations with existing accounts, and increases account base and volume of automation sales on a consistent basis. * Identifies and locates new clients through a variety of methods including company leads, networking and cold calls, following up on leads promptly. * Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs. * Stays current in market conditions regarding products, product updates, service offerings and new technologies. * Creates customized proposals to meet specific customer requirements efficiently. * Works with vendor representatives, AFP sales and technical teams to solve customer applications. * Performs other duties as assigned. Preferred Skills: ** Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. * Electrical automation product knowledge and experience including PLC's, industrial networks, motor controls and control panel components. * Experience with electric motion control including actuators, motors and drives. * Knowledge of industrial safety products and their application. * Strong Math Skills. * Excellent diplomacy and negotiation skills. * Valid Driver's License - must meet insurance underwriting requirements. The ideal candidate may have: ** Associates Degree in Mechatronics, Electronics, or equivalent experience. Bachelors in Mechatronics or Industrial Automation preferred. * Prior Electrical Automation sales experience preferred. In addition, we seek candidates who: ** Embrace challenges and new technologies. * Self-motivate. * Well-honed listening skills and a problem-solving mindset to uncover needs and motivations to overcome objections to closing a sale. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Willingness to travel within the assigned territory. This is a full time position and visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled