Sales Representative - Industrial Automation
About The Position
The Sales Representative develops and performs sales activities for assigned CKC Automation offerings. The role establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base, identify high-value opportunities, and achieve company sales and profitability goals. The representative presents CKC’s automation capabilities and solutions, develops new business, manages sales opportunities and customer relationships, and collaborates with internal teams on quotes, estimates, and proposals. CKC Automation designs and builds custom automation solutions, including robotic workcells, panel assembly, PLC/HMI and robotic integration, and data and SCADA infrastructure for manufacturing customers.
Requirements
- Experience selling automation offerings such as systems integration, industrial data, panels, and/or machine automation.
- Established network of industrial automation contacts.
- Strong initiative and self-motivation, with ownership and follow-through.
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and work to grow professionally.
- Comfort with technology, CRM systems, and digital tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Problem-solving mindset and customer-first approach.
- Professional, positive, and team-oriented attitude.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with business software and systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales growth and profitability across assigned accounts and offerings.
- Present company capabilities and solutions to prospective customers.
- Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities.
- Follow up on inbound and outbound sales leads to advance opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop quotes, cost estimates, and proposals.
- Prepare and deliver customer presentations, proposals, and RFQ responses.
- Maintain and grow relationships with key decision-makers.
- Manage and track opportunities using NetSuite CRM.
- Build and maintain a sales pipeline, forecast, and territory strategy.
- Research target customers and develop strategic outreach plans.
- Pursue ongoing professional development and sales skill growth.
Benefits
- 401K
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
