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Success in this role requires a consultative approach to selling, a genuine interest in helping customers solve engineering challenges, and the drive to grow a territory.\nAs an Outside Sales Representative, you will work closely with customers, supplier partners, application engineers, and automation specialists to identify opportunities, recommend solutions, and support projects from concept through implementation.\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers throughout the assigned territory.\nIdentify and pursue new business opportunities to achieve territory sales objectives.\nBuild a deep understanding of customer operations, challenges, and strategic goals.\nPartner with customers through the design and development process, providing technical expertise and product recommendations.\nAnalyze customer applications and recommend automation solutions from Mechatronic Solutions’ product portfolio.\nPrepare and deliver technical presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations.\nCoordinate with Application Engineers and Automation Specialists to develop and support customer solutions.\nWork closely with supplier partners to uncover opportunities and deliver best-in-class support.\nMaintain accurate sales forecasts, opportunities, and project tracking in Salesforce CRM.\nDevelop and execute a territory plan to increase market share and expand account penetration.\nAttend customer meetings, industry events, supplier trainings, and trade shows as needed.\nTravel regularly throughout Eastern Wisconsin to support customers and prospect new business.\nSupport company initiatives, marketing campaigns, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Sales Manager.\nQualifications\nRequired\nAssociate’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation Technology, or a related technical field. 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