Mechatronic Specialist Job Listing at Rexel USA, Inc in Tampa, FL (Job ID 29EC7A00-DD46-4)

Description

The position of Mechatronic Specialist will be based out of our Tampa, FL Location!

Summary
The Automation Specialist position is responsible for growing sales of specialized products to all customers, to increase profitable sales through creating, building, and maintaining high-quality customer and vendor relationships. This is a critical position for Rexel as we continue to evolve and move towards the latest Automation Solutions and Products. The Mechatronic Specialist will be a liaison between Rockwell Automation and Rexel, acting as a trusted partner to the business units, and serving as a domain expert for our customers. Expected to help build out an eco-system of mechatronic partners (suppliers, vendors, services) to support and complement full enterprise solutions as we move towards Robotics, Smart analytics, and AI solutions.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrates commercial and technical acumen related to assigned technology segment(s). Subject Matter Expert of assigned technology segment(s).
• Leads and supports sales efforts with key targets, key customers and key opportunities in area/region 
• Identifies customer needs, proposes solutions and closes orders 
• Presents proposals to all levels of leadership and technical audiences 
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key suppliers 
• Participates in product meetings, seminars and training schools to enhance and maintain personal and product knowledge 
• Assist branches and customer with product, technical support and training 
• May analyze market potential, develop an annual business plan based on market conditions and lead execution with local technical, sales and management team 
• Other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• 4+ years' experience 
• Product and application knowledge required
• Electrical distribution industry or related experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Outcome-based selling experience with an understanding of business drivers
• Able to motivate and support outside sales reps to proactively implement business plans
• Rockwell FTStudio hands-on experience with programming plcs, hmi, and motion products (servos).
• Experience in Emulate 3D, Kinetix, PowerFlex Motion, Independent Cart Technology, Linear Motion and Robotics. Ability to present to customers.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to bio hazardous conditions    None
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations    None
• Travels to offsite locations    Occasionally – up to 20%

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position    Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location    Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery    Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to position ones self to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions    Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force

• Up to 100 pounds None
• More than 100 pounds None

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”