Product Sales Specialist – Automation & Software

Up To £53k + £10k OTE + Car or Allowance

Scotland 

Automation & Software Product Sales Specialist

This is a technical role as part of the overall sales function.

The company is part of an independent family-owned business with global market leadership (44,500 people, an annual turnover of 21.6 billion euros) in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services.

You’ll be joining a growing organisation in the UK of over 250 associates at one of the UK’s leading distributors of industrial automation and control products.

They encourage development and progression both within individuals and in the business by constantly moving forward and are open to acquisitions that help to strengthen their skills and offerings to also provide the best for their customers and our associates.

ARE YOU THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Working in the Automation & Software Product Sales Specialist (PSS) team means providing technical knowledge, advice and pre-sales support to external customers for both new business and existing accounts.

We are looking for someone with experience and prior knowledge and passion for selling Automation & Software products as well as specific third-party products that complement the overall offering. The candidate will have a broad interest in engineering and will also be prepared to embrace new and innovative products and talk about them to our customers.

Technology within the remit will include:

• SCADA
• PLC’s
• Software
• HMI
• Networks

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• HNC/HND or higher in electrical engineering (or equivalent electrical engineering qualification) is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the application and selection of SCADA, PLC, HMI and Software, is required.
• The successful applicant will have the ability to provide effective technical solutions, solve problems and endeavour to provide continuous benefits for both the customer and the company.
• Thriving from personal interaction, problem solving, creating and maintaining relationships as well as making a good impression both personally and for the organisation.

WHAT THEY CAN OFFER YOU

• Generous Time Off: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with length of service up to 30 days with the option to flex up/down 5 days.
• Long Service Rewards: Celebrate your milestones with special gifts and up to 5 extra holiday days in your anniversary year.
• Wellness Benefits: Access a health and wellbeing cashback scheme and single private medical cover
• Financial Security: Benefit from life assurance coverage at 4 times your salary.
• Car Schemes: Company car/Car allowance scheme including Electric Vehicle incentives
• Free Shares: you will be eligible to receive free shares after completing 3 years of service.
• Pension Plan: Join our group personal pension plan with a 5% employer contribution.
• Continuous Learning: Unlock a LinkedIn Learning license to enhance your skills.
• Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Recognition: Receive discretionary ‘on the spot’ and value-based awards for outstanding performance.
• Volunteer Time Off: Get paid time off for participating in our volunteering programs.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access the Associate Discounts Portal for savings.
• Referral Bonuses: Earn financial reward for referring talented individuals.
• Cycle Scheme: Access to salary sacrifice Cycle Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support and Employee Assistance: Access a 24/7 support program through Unum, and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Fitness Benefits: Enjoy gym membership discounts.
• Workplace Giving: Contribute to meaningful causes

Apply now if you have the necessary technical and industry experience.