Automation & Robot Welding Sales Manager (Finance)

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. Automation & Robot Welding Sales Manager Location: Chicago or Michigan Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a Automation & Robot Welding Sales Manager to join our team! The Automation Robot Welding Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales of our automation and robotic welding solutions. This role involves developing and maintaining relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet their welding automation requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in welding automation technology, sales, and customer relationship management. What we offer you! - Competitive compensation - Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision and more) - 401(k) retirement savings plan - Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO) - Employee discount programs - Career growth opportunities What you will be doing: - Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve sales targets and expand market share. - Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the welding automation sector. - Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clients. - Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to showcase the benefits of our robotic welding solutions. - Collaborate with the engineering and technical teams to ensure customer requirements are met. - Provide technical support and guidance to clients throughout the sales process. - Prepare and deliver sales proposals, contracts, and agreements. - Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and threats. - Attend industry events, trade shows, and conferences to promote our products and services. - Maintain accurate records of sales activities and customer interactions in the CRM system. What makes you great: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field. - Proven experience in sales, preferably in the welding or automation industry. - Strong technical knowledge of welding processes and robotic welding systems. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. - Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. - Self-motivated with a results-driven approach. - Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events. - In-depth understanding of welding automation and robotic systems. - Proficiency in using CRM software and sales tools. - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Strong organizational and time management skills. Why you will enjoy working with us: Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2023 sales of $33 billion. Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations with a focus on making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful by helping to sustain and protect our planet. For more information about the company, please visit our website. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.