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Director Industrial Sales

AT Sonepar USA Inc
Sonepar USA Inc

Director Industrial Sales

Denver, CO

Founded in Denver in 1987, QED aims to provide high-quality electrical products and services to the industry. QED employs over 500 associates across 18 branches within Arizona and Colorado to serve commercial and residential contractors, industrial facilities, and OEM businesses.

At QED, we embrace what makes us unique. As a company with local roots and global reach, we excel at the diversity of our Associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success. What keeps us at the forefront of progress? OUR PEOPLE. No matter where they work or who they are, we trust their individual skills and qualities and give them everything they need to reach their full potential.

Director Industrial Sales
This leadership role will drive customer business outcomes and solutions to internal and external customers with industrial applications and related services. This position involves working closely with end users, system integrators, OEM's, engineering consulting firms and electrical contractors, specifying and applying our products for use.

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Key Accountabilities:

  • Lead all sales efforts in calling on industrial, government, institutional and OEM customers
  • Develop marketing and business plans, technical promotional activities, and support market objectives while possessing ownership and understanding of the existing market, trends, and competitive landscape
  • Work with both internal and external customers on technical and product training, product selection, and pre/post-sales support
  • Quotation preparation, including development of material for Smart Components (Small Controllers, Industrial Control, Sensors, Safety, Distributed I/O, and conditioned based monitoring) and related services as needed for customer
  • Work closely with manufacture sales engineers and engineering consultants to get products and services specified
  • Engage in a proactive role with your customers' buying behavior, becoming an intrinsic part of a customer's future manufacturing designs and delivering an exceptional customer experience
  • Maintain a Sales Funnel to accomplish Sales Goals/Meet Sales Growth Objectives for the Smart Components
  • Developing and implementing strategic plans for development and growth of QED Industrial Sales Department
  • Developing and implementing strategic plans for Industrials sales targets
  • Develop customer pricing strategy that enhances company profitability
  • Investigate and resolve customer issues
  • Attend trade shows and meetings as needed
  • Other duties as required

Minimum work experience requirements:

  • Must have experience with electrical/lighting supplies
  • Strong written and verbal skills in a team environment
  • Experience with automation systems such as smart devices, small controllers, industrial control, sensors, safety, distributed I/O, and conditioned based monitoring and related services
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams
  • Self-driven, proactive desire to develop a stronger understanding of all Industrial products and service offerings
  • College degree preferred or equal experience and expertise in this area

Salary range: $120.000 - $165,000

Associate Benefits:

  • Benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment including several company paid benefits
  • 401(k) eligibility with competitive company match
  • Access to wellness rewards, discount plans, paid parental leave and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • Vacation, Holidays, Personal/Sick Days, Jury Duty, Bereavement Days
  • Promotional opportunity
  • Work in a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate associates with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please call 843-745-2420 or email recruiting@sonepar-us.com.

EEO is the Law
Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. To learn more, Click here.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
Sonepar follows Executive Order 11246, including the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. To learn more, Click here.

Learn more about QED HERE!

Client-provided location(s): Denver, CO, USA
Job ID: Sonepar_USA-1167963701
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses