Technical Sales Representative jobs in Amelia, LA

Are you an experienced Technical Sales Professional in the process industry looking to grow your career? If so, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! Based in Gonzales, LA, you will be responsible for driving instrumentation sales in Baton Rouge, LA, and surrounding territory and accounts. In this position, you will partner with customers to make the world healthier, safer, and sustainable. If you are looking to begin your career with an industry leader, we would love to hear from you! This is a remote field-based position located within the territory.

AS A TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE, YOU WILL: 

• Work closely as a Strategic Partner with current and prospective customers to understand business needs and recommend solutions that will maintain and grow sales
• Use proven sales strategies and CRM to promote and sell the company image and "Total Value"
• Regularly perform territory analysis and planning
• Pursue and win major project business
• Successfully provide sales solutions independently and collaboratively across teams

WHO YOU ARE: 

You relate comfortably with people across levels, functions, cultures, and geographies; understanding interpersonal and group dynamics and engaging in an effective manner. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information and readily distinguish between what’s relevant and what’s unimportant to efficiently define sophisticated problems accurately before moving to solutions. You maintain a positive demeanor and forward-thinking approach despite troubling circumstances or setbacks. You negotiate strategically in tough situations, by responding efficiently to the reactions and positions of others, to win concessions without damaging relationships.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience or will consider a combination of education and experience related to company product or industry
• Minimum 3 years of related technical sales experience within the automation industry
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be a self-starter and work with limited supervision
• Able and willing to travel 10% within the territory as required, including minimal overnight 
• Travel outside of the territory for factory training and meetings
• Legal authorization to work in the United States

BENEFITS:

Emerson places a high value on ensuring that employees have a good work-life balance. We provide access to a competitive benefits package, including the following: medical insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401k participation with a competitive immediate match, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and an online wellness rewards program. Immediate vacation and holiday leave are available. 

Employee resource groups, including a very active Diversity and Inclusion committee, ensure that the Emerson values are incorporated into everyday employee life.

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