Sales Manager – Robotics

SUMMARY We are looking for a dedicated Sales Manager with industry experience, ideally from the automation and welding industry but appreciate other experience, as well. You will join the VC Robotics OLP (robot offline programming) team to support and grow our global network of customers looking to make a difference in their operations with industrial robots using state-of-the-art programming methods with our software.Our ideal candidate has a desire to learn new technologies and to help the other team members. They aim to become better at sales, reach personal goals, and learn something new every day. Transparency, honesty, passion, and helping others are our core values and we are looking for somebody who will share them and become a full member of the Visual Components family.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Actively selling Visual Components software to end customersWorking with leads (both inbound and generating outbound)Building strong relationships with customers and growing existing accountsCreating weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales forecasts for the assigned sales territoryRepresenting Visual Components in front of customers and users at tradeshows, seminars, and webinarsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Experience in B2B sales in the fields related to Industrial Robots and/or Industrial Processes such as welding, painting, cutting, etc.Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with specialists across various levels within our customers' organizations, ranging from robot operators and process engineers to senior leadership such as CTOs and CEOs.Ability to handle multiple sales opportunities simultaneouslyAbility to develop your own sales opportunities into ordersExperience in selling software is considered a strong advantageConfidence in social interactionsEnthusiasm to be in touch with customers and build professional relationshipsAbove-average organizational, planning, and communication skillsAbility to learn fast and solve problems independentlyExperience working with CRMExperience working with MS OfficeA great benefit would be if you have a passion for or experience in using 3D software in your work or private lifeProficiency in English language at a high professional level to communicate internally and with customers – other languages are a benefitYou are expected to be able to travelKUKA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.