The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.QualificationsWhat You'll Need5+ years of equivalent experienceElectrical distribution industry or related experience requiredValid Driver's LicenseHigh School or GED - Required4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - PreferredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesIntermediate/advanced computer skills, specifically with Excel/Outlook/WordAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, blueprints, or governmental regulationsAbility to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from small groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicAbility to practice good interpersonal relations, using tact, courtesy, a positive attitude toward customers and co-workers, pleasant communication etiquette, and a general attitude as a representative of goodwill on behalf of the company at work or during company travelAbility to develop and present specialized instruction concerning the specific high-tech equipment in the assigned area of responsibilityDesired skills and experienceProven experience in industrial sales or application engineering for power distribution and motor control systems. This could include, but is not limited to troubleshooting products, finding technical documentation and specifications, product selection and, other requested activitiesEstablish relationships with sales and customers to better understand sales potentialAscertain customer needs by customer visits, phone, and other means of research (internet, etc.)Work with sales to establish joint strategies and activitiesProvide expert knowledge to Inside Sales to facilitate quoting, order entry, and order expeditingCreate and present technical and commercial training for internal and external customersDescribe or demonstrate product to customersFollow up on all business leads assigned by management, marketing, technical department, or supplier partnersAcquire, use, and continuously develop personal technical knowledgeProvide oral and/or written quotations, proposals or estimates of prices, scope of work, terms, and deliveryWork with prospective customers to move projects through the sales cycle to conclusionProperly prepare for sales calls, customers events, etc.