Sr. Outside Sales Account Manager - Automation & Factory Solutions - Greater Milwaukee

• Develop relationships at the strategic account level with stakeholders and influencers and learn the ins and outs of the customer
• Regularly communicate with customers to share GCG’s value propositions and opportunities
• Coordinate with other internal stakeholders to service strategic accounts
• Coordinate with Application Engineers, CSMs, and CSRs to handle customer issues and requests
• Exercise and build extensive account knowledge, including holistic client business performance, future state business plans, competitor relationships and identifying additional client needs
• Understand customer strategies and challenges
• Grow and retain business within existing strategic accounts
• Identify and land new strategic partnerships

• 10+ years' expertise in technical sales related to electrical industrial automation or experience working with electrical controls (required)
• Driver’s License with a clean driving record (required)
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering, or related discipline; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Salesforce CRM
• Knowledge of sales principles, tactics, and strategies
• High degree of professionalism, dependability, self-direction, and time management
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present information and sell products and services in a highly competitive environment
• Ability to organize and balance multiple priorities

What we offer

• Competitive base salary of $100,000 to $125,000+ per year, commensurate with level of industry and outside sales experience; commissions-based incentive plan  

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need

• Robust Financial Security: Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, plus options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans

• Generous Time Off: PTO plan with paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs

• Wellness & Support Programs: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and telehealth access

• Extras That Matter: Dental and vision plans, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and ID theft protection for peace of mind

• An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You!

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