Field Application Engineer- Automation

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      "value": "SYNOPSIS: \nThe Field Application Engineer (FAE) will provide technical, hands-on expertise to support all business opportunities for Phoenix Contact products and applications directly associated with the automation, control and networking portfolio used within the industrial automation and electronics industry. The Field Application Engineer will collaborate with regional sales managers, strategic account managers, sales engineers, account development specialists, channel, and field application engineering teams, to utilize a consultative approach with all customers to support their individual needs and expand market penetration. This role plays a pivotal part in the development and expansion of all accounts, through automation, control and networking sales growth and specifications.  This position is an individual contributor role and does not include formal people management responsibilities.  \n\n\tCOMPETENCY PROFILE: \n•\tGlobal Competencies: Collaborate; Deliver Results; Develop Yourself; Drive Customer Value; Improve and Innovate; Take Ownership\n\nRESPONSIBILITES:\n•\tIncrease annual sales revenue across all products directly associated with the automation, control, and networking portfolio at customer accounts. These products include but are not limited to ethernet products (wired or wireless), safety, controllers, IO, HMIs, IPCs and engineered solutions.\n•\tWork in coordination with local Phoenix Contact sales team utilizing joint sales activities, trainings, and mutual action plans to advance the sales of above-mentioned products.\n•\tAct as the local technical representative for the above-mentioned products and support the sales team in power-related technical matters.\n•\tAct as the regional marketing specialist developing sales tools, collateral and driving campaigns.  \n•\tServe as the “voice of the customer” providing insight for expansion of product lines or new focus industries.\n•\tDrive value-added applications and engineered solutions. \n•\tMeet/exceed territory sales quotas as established by the RSM and/or Vice President - Field Sales.\n•\tBe proficient in BASE selling skills and implement to build strong customer relationships.\n•\tDevelops and maintains strong relationships with potential clients, partners, and other stakeholders to facilitate new business and sustain growth. \n•\tMaintain and update CRM systems with accurate client information. Fully utilize the CRM as a communication, reporting, measurement, and tracking tool to enhance productivity.\n•\tEffectively communicate with the entire Phoenix Contact team, both verbally and written.\n•\tBe proficient in and drive the use of all sales tools provided to support local markets.\n•\tActive involvement in industry-related associations.\n•\tProactively utilize all resources and sales tools to maximize productivity, responsiveness, and customer delight.\n•\tContinue personal development through an effective skill-building program as determined by the RSM, Director of Sales, and/or the Harrisburg Training Department.\n•\tDemonstrate technical competence on all products/solutions within area of focus.\n•\tProvide reports to RSM as required.\n•\tDeliver presentations and hands-on demonstrations of Phoenix Contact automation, control and networking products, applications, and technology for the purpose of product sales.\n•\tDevelop and maintain a working knowledge on all Phoenix Contact automation, control, and networking products/solutions.\n•\tOther duties as assigned.\n\nQUALIFICATIONS:\n•\tFour-year college degree.\n•\tTechnical discipline preferred and/or equivalent industry experience.\n•\t3 years minimum sales or marketing experience with automation and industrial control products.\n•\tAbility to work independently from home office and communicate effectively with colleagues with limited supervision.\n•\tExcellent oral/written communication and presentation skills.\n•\tSelf-motivated with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.\n•\tDemonstrates a willingness to collaborate with others, build relationships, and involve others in decision making. \n•\tDemonstrates the ability to deliver results by solving or supporting others in solving problems, prioritizing tasks, and/or resources, and focusing on outcomes. \n•\tDemonstrates self-awareness and the willingness to learn and grow, accept changes, and effectively adapt to changing work demands. \n•\tDemonstrates the ability to drive customer value through knowledge of the business, putting effort into identifying customer needs, and delivering work to maximize the value for customers. \n•\tDemonstrates a willingness to promote the value of improvement and innovation by staying ahead of trends, creating ideas and opportunities, and generating speed. \n•\tDemonstrates a willingness to take ownership by making decisions, taking responsibility, and driving things forward. \n\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:\n•\tMust be able to travel via airplane.\n•\tMust have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel via automobile for up to six hours at a time.\n•\tMust be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.\n•\tMust be able to travel overnight 40%+ or as dictated by assigned territory.\n•\tComply with company dress code guidelines.\n•\tPunctuality is required.\n•\tRegular and on-time attendance.",
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