Regional Accounts Manager

Powell is actively searching for a Regional Channel Sales Executive responsible for Powell product sales growth of all manufactured products and integrated solutions through the Electrical Distribution Channel.

As a Regional Channel Sales Executive, you will be responsible for identifying and developing new business while managing existing accounts through face-to-face contact throughout assigned region. You will be expected to truly understand your customers’ business, be able to craft unique solutions, and build broad preference for Powell products and services.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform top tier (primary) sales contact function for accounts, responsible for entire Powell catalogue
• Engage/coordinate customer support from different areas of Powell organization
• Generate new and repeat sales of company products and services
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts assigned
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships
• Deliver product presentations at customer sites, conferences and exhibitions
• Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge
• Follow-up on new sales leads and referrals to increase sales potential
• Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific target opportunities
• Prepare detailed equipment proposals and perform sales contract reviews
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars and trade shows
• Help to identify and resolve client concerns/complaints
• Prepare and maintain a variety of sales status reports, including activities, closings, follow-up and adherence to department and company goals as required of the department manager
• Assist in the implementation of company marketing plans and strategy as needed
• Manage sales accounts through continuous quality checks and other follow-up 
• Keep sales reporting information current/accurate using Sales CRM software
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications 

• BS Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or other Technical Degree
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Technical Sales or Marketing role
  • Or combination 5 years’ experience in electrical engineering & sales/marketing role
• Working knowledge of electrical products and applications
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, computer skills, and work planning skills
• Familiarity with NEC, ANSI and IEC power distribution equipment application standards
• Experience selling to Electrical Distributors in North America preferred

Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements

• Ability to estimate, negotiate and respond to commercial and technical clarifications
• Possess understanding at a higher level of capital project decision drivers, project staffing, purchasing influence and how decisions are made
• Demonstrate working knowledge of all portions of integrated projects, including Powell manufactured, intelligent devices, communications and major buyout items
• Ability to lead customer negotiations for commercial terms
• Ability to facilitate customer negotiations on legal terms along with Powell corporate counsel
• Familiarity with revenue recognition requirements
• Good understanding of the competitive landscape
• Good understanding of the market level pricing for various solutions

Working Conditions

• Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.
• This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.
• Typical office environment: may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses.

Physical Requirements

• Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.
• Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm

More Information

This job description outlines the essential functions of the job and does not contain a comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.

This position does not offer Visa sponsorship or relocation.