Account Manager

Who we are: Axis Automation leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations.
Our Mission: Supporting the adoption of automation solutions that empower people and enhance productivity
Our Vision: To be the leading automation solutions provider for the manufacturing community
What we are looking for: A career-oriented and motivated Account Managerto join a dynamic, tight- knit team engineering and integrating custom factory automation equipment supporting customers in general industries.

Position Title:Account Manager
Position Description:

• Development and acquisition of new customers in general non-automotive industries
• Maintain good standing and growing relationships with existing/acquired customers
• Generate new project orders to meet or exceed annual goals
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with all team members, customer and supplier partners throughout project acquisition and delivery
• Provide metrics, reports and success criteria for sales and related activities
• Strategic planning and goal-setting surrounding market and customer sector-specific targeting and communication initiatives to close or grow customer accounts
• Maintain & submit appropriate records for forecasting, quote status & expenses
• Assist Applications Engineering team as needed in developing solutions to customers' needs
• Support marketing efforts and general proactive market outreach activities

Position Requirements

• Existing relationships with key customers and decision-makers in engineering and procurement
• A general understanding of manufacturing, particularly as it pertains to automation equipment
• Proven ability to continually contact prospective customers and develop relevant leads
• Professional skills in organizing and leading conversations and building trust
• Proven, and superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication abilities
• Sense of diplomacy, including negotiation skills, conflict resolution and people management
• Possess a creative and solutions-oriented approach to project opportunities
• Willingness to travel to support customers in order to meet project sales goals
• Ability to skillfully utilize CRM software and Microsoft applications notably Excel

Compensation: Base salary, sales commission, year-end discretionary bonus
Benefits: Paid-time off, 401(k) employer match, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Short-term and long-term disability, Parental leave, Life insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grand Rapids, MI 49544