Sales Associate – Automation Systems and Robotics Sales
Wixom, Michigan
- Are you ambitious, energetic, and committed to career growth at a truly great automation company?
- Do you want excellent compensation, training, and limitless opportunities in Robotics?
Kawasaki Robotics (USA) Inc. is a leading supplier of industrial robots and automation systems and an integral member of the $15 Billion global industrial giant, Kawasaki Heavy Industries. We are now looking for ambitious, career-minded, high energy and success focused individuals.
Kawasaki Robotics has a strong presence across Asia, Europe and the Americas where we have become a leader for robotic systems in industrial automation and as well as a technological leader in the semiconductor robot sector.
At Kawasaki, we service a wide range of industries and applications and our total commitment to quality and constant improvement has enabled us to become one of the leading robot and industrial automation suppliers in the world.
We are now inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals for the rare opportunity to join our Wixom, Michigan-based Sales Team in the role of Sales Associate specifically responsible for supporting our professional Account Managers in robot and system sales across a mix of industry sectors.
DEFINITION (POSITION PURPOSE)
The Sales Associate is responsible for supporting Account Managers in their sales efforts of Kawasaki robotic systems and products to targeted customers and channel partners. This person will also develop and implement action plans and strategies, assisting Kawasaki management with business forecasting and reporting.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
- Attend Kawasaki robot product and sales training sessions
- Prepare and organize Robot and System cost estimates and proposals
- Support Order Entry and order tracking processes
- Maintain and update the Kawasaki CRM system database
- Report sales activities to Kawasaki management on a regular basis
- Assist with estimation and forecast of potential robot and system sales quarterly
- Investigate and report competitive activity and trends
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and company focus
- Continually upgrade and maintain knowledge of robot and systems technology
- Attend trade shows and support Kawasaki Marketing activities
REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- Bachelors’ degree in Business or Engineering
- Must have the potential to become a Key Account Manager sales professional
- Must have high energy and strong commitment to work for results
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate ability to manage the entire sales process efficiently
- Candidates will be computer literate and a fluent user of communication technology
- Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Detail oriented and focus on accuracy is critical
- Preferred 2-3 years’ experience in industrial business and/or applications engineering
HOW WILL I BE REWARDED?
- Your important full-time, valued contribution will be rewarded with a flexible schedule in a relaxed open collaborative environment, where personal training and development are as important as team achievement.
- The company additionally offers its members, competitive salaries, generous benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Life and ADD, etc. along with a discretionary annual appreciation bonus, team focused working and a total of three weeks paid time-off in the first year.
- Team members are also provided with paid time off to work with a charitable cause of their choice as part of our commitment to active community citizenship
- All Kawasaki candidates being considered for an offer of employment are subject to background checks and drug screening as permitted by law.
To apply, please click on the link and complete the simple application process to let us know that you would like to join our team.
