Specialist jobs at Rexel Holdings USA

30310 Emerald Valley Parkway, Solon, OH Employment Type: Full-time Contract Type: Permanent Job Family: Sales Experience Level (for career site): Experienced Professional ** Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S. **** **We are looking for a Services Consultant to join our Rexel team in SOLON, OH!** **Summary:** The Industrial Automation Solutions & Services Specialist is responsible for the growth of sales and customer application pre-sales and post-sales support for all Automation solutions and services. **What You'll Do:** + Meet or exceed sales goals of solutions and services offer + Develop sales strategies, promotions, programs, and plans for solutions and services growth + Develop annual performance goals, objectives, and solutions and services action plans + Prepare periodic sales funnel, weekly sales reports, etc. + Provide solutions and services support for internal and external customers via on-site visit, phone, and email + Establish relationships with sales and customers to better understand solutions and services potential + Ascertain customer needs by customer visits, phone, and other means of research (internet, etc.) + Work with sales to establish joint strategies and activities + Provide expert knowledge to Inside Sales to facilitate quoting, order entry, and order expediting + Create and present technical and commercial training for internal and external customers + Describe or demonstrate solutions and services to customers + Follow up on all business leads assigned by management, marketing, technical department, or supplier partners + Acquire, use, and continuously develop personal technical knowledge + Provide oral and/or written quotations, proposals or estimates of prices, scope of work, terms, and delivery + Work with prospective customers to move projects through the sales cycle to conclusion + Properly prepare for sales calls, customers events, etc. + Other duties as assigned **Job Duties Disclaimer:** 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, demonstrate 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. **Qualifications** **What You'll Need** + 5+ years of equivalent experience + Sales or marketing experience preferred + Electrical distribution industry or related experience preferred + High School or GED - Required + 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Preferred + Engineering or technical degree preferred **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** + Intermediate/advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/Word + Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, or governmental regulations + Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals + Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public + Ability to practice good interpersonal relations, using tact, courtesy, a positive attitude toward customers and co-workers, pleasant communication etiquette, and a general attitude as a representative of goodwill on behalf of the company at work or during company travel + Ability to develop and present specialized instruction concerning the specific high-tech equipment in the assigned area of responsibility **Additional Information** **Physical Demands:** + Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently - 21% to 50% + 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 crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - Occasionally - up to 20% + Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - 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 Demands:** + Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally - up to 20% **Working Environment:** + Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Frequently - 21% to 50% + Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - Occasionally - up to 20% + Travels to offsite locations - Frequently - 21% to 50% 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. **Our Benefits Include:** + Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance + Life Insurance + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance + 401K with Employer Match + Paid vacation and sick time + Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year + Tuition Reimbursement + Health & Wellness Programs + Flexible Spending Accounts + HSA Accounts + Commuter Transit Benefits + Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few. + Employee Discount Programs + Professional Training & Development Programs + Career Advancement Opportunities - We like to promote from within Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce. 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.