Automation Product Manager

Agilix Solutions • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

Agilix Solutions currently has an opening for an Automation Product Manager at our Memphis, TN location. The Automation Product Manager is the technical liaison between the automation vendors and the distributor. This position provides marketing and commercial leadership for sales growth and is a technical resource supporting inside and outside sales forces.

This role will report to the Automation Team Leader.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Associates degree in related technical field, or equivalent experience is required.
• At least 3-5 years of industrial manufacturing experience, electrical distribution experience preferred.
• Demonstrate knowledge & understanding of automation standards & terminology.
• Knowledge of control systems and computer technology.
• Strong Automation Control/HMI application knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, analytical and problem solving, organizational and written/verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to influence and guide team members when required.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture products is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of PLC’s, HMI design/programming, networking, and motion control.
• Be a point of contact for each business unit: PLC, Software, Networks & Operator Interface.
• Lead commercial activities to drive product migrations, conversions, and other sales opportunities.
• Identify customer needs and propose solutions to assist in closing business.
• Provide selection and design advice and product support to customers on assigned products.
• Understand and promote complementary product lines.
• Support multiple branch locations in the designated sales territory.
• Analyze market conditions, competitive offerings, determine market share, and identify growth opportunities.
• Monitor and advise appropriate inventory levels on designated products.
• Achieve and maintain necessary technical and commercial competencies.
• Transform product and service sales opportunities into system sales where appropriate.
• Support developing product competency plans for inside/outside sales.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (Employer contributions for 1st year only)
• 401(k) (Company match contributions and discretionary annual profit-sharing plan)
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Company Sponsored Short-Term Disability
• Company Sponsored Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Services
• Critical Illness
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care/FSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees