[Remote] Account Manager - Houston Texas
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pepperl+Fuchs is a leading developer and supplier in the global automation market, seeking a driven Account Manager to support and grow their industrial automation business in the greater Houston area. The role involves managing and expanding existing accounts, developing new business, and delivering innovative automation solutions across various industries.
Responsibilities
- Grow existing accounts and develop new business within the assigned territory
- Conduct sales calls and deliver technical presentations to target customers
- Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate products and solutions
- Support customers with quotations, pricing, order coordination, and technical assistance
- Collaborate with internal teams to expedite orders and ensure on-time delivery
- Provide product updates, training, and ongoing account support
- Maintain accurate sales activity, manage accounts, and track pipeline in CRM
- Build strong relationships with customers, partners, and internal stakeholders
- Stay current on new products and industry developments
- Support additional projects and responsibilities as needed
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical or Mechanical preferred) or equivalent technical sales experience
- 5+ years of experience selling complex technical solutions; industrial or automation sales strongly preferred
- Proven success meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Experience with CRM systems and pipeline management
- Familiarity with modern sales techniques and territory management
- Experience in markets such as OEM, automotive, material handling, IoT/Industry 4.0, packaging, mobile equipment, or semiconductor/electronics
- Willingness to travel up to 50%
- Motivated to learn, grow, and continuously develop
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- Voluntary life Insurance
- Employer paid basic life insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- PTO
- A strong PTO plan
- A supportive work environment
- Unparalleled technical support
- Ongoing professional development
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