Sales Manager- Industrial Automation
Sales Manager - Industrial Automation
Houston, TX | Hybrid
A growing automation and engineering solutions provider is looking to add a Sales Manager to its Houston-based team. This role will focus on developing new business, growing key customer accounts, and supporting clients across the energy, utilities, industrial, and infrastructure markets.
Responsibilities
* Develop and maintain relationships with end users, EPCs, OEMs, and other industrial stakeholders
* Identify and pursue new business opportunities across automation, controls, electrical, software, and digital technology solutions
* Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through to contract award
* Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and solution discussions with technical and commercial decision-makers
* Maintain an active sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasting
* Collaborate with engineering and project teams to develop solutions aligned with customer requirements
* Grow existing accounts while identifying opportunities for additional services and solutions
* Travel within the region to support customer engagement and business development activities
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
* Experience in technical sales, business development, or account management within industrial automation, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or related sectors
* Background selling automation, controls, software, electrical, or industrial technology solutions
* Proven ability to generate opportunities, develop client relationships, and win new business
* Understanding of industrial automation, control systems, system integration, or digital transformation projects
* Strong communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
* Experience using CRM systems and pipeline management tools
* Willingness to travel as needed throughout the territory
What's on Offer
* Competitive base salary and commission structure
* Comprehensive healthcare benefits
* Hybrid working flexibility
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Exposure to large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects
* Clear career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
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