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Outside Sales Engineer - Industrial Automation

United StatesUnited States·BuffaloRemoteOutside Sales & Sales Managementmid
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Ralph W. Earl Company, Inc., a SunSource company, is a leading provider of automation and motion control solutions,

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  • Develop and execute a strategic sales plan focused on territory growth and market share
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, networking, customer visits, and referrals
  • Grow and maintain strong relationships with existing customers
  • Conduct regular face-to-face customer visits to identify opportunities and strengthen relationships
  • Respond promptly to customer inquiries, quote requests, and technical support needs
  • Apply technical knowledge to understand customer applications and recommend products and solutions
  • Partner with suppliers, product specialists, and internal teams to develop customer solutions
  • Qualify leads, manage the sales funnel, and maintain accurate, up-to-date CRM records
  • Participate in supplier visits, product training, trade shows, demonstrations, and customer events
  • Take ownership of territory strategy, priorities, and day-to-day sales activities
  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, business, or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of technical sales, sales engineering, or industrial sales experience
  • Technical background with the ability to understand industrial automation products and applications
  • Experience with industrial automation, pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, or related technologies highly preferred
  • Proven ability to prospect, develop new accounts, and grow existing business
  • Strong communication, presentation, organizational, and relationship-building skills
  • Self-motivated, competitive, and results-driven with a strong sense of ownership
  • Grit and a “figure-it-out” mentality with the ability to overcome obstacles and find solutions
  • Computer and technology proficient, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and CRM systems
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory, including occasional overnight travel
  • Own your territory. Build your customer base, develop opportunities, and determine how to grow the business.
  • Represent leading brands. Compete with a strong portfolio of respected industrial automation suppliers.
  • Build your expertise. Participate in supplier training, trade shows, industry events, and technical development.
  • Make an impact. Our best Sales Engineers become trusted experts and play an important role in the business.
  • Company vehicle provided with gas and maintenance covered.
  • Competitive compensation with base salary and incentive tied to territory performance and growth.
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life, disability, and 401(k) with company match.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.  If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address.  This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click hereaquí). Sun-Source | Privacy Policy   #rweassc

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    Where is the job
    Buffalo, United States
    Remote within one country
    Who can apply
    US

    Listing Details

    Posted
    September 9, 2026
    First seen
    September 9, 2026
    Last seen
    September 9, 2026

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    September 9, 2026

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