Our client is looking for an Automation Sales Representative to join their team in Odessa, TX. They are a leading provider of artificial lift systems and automation solutions that help optimize oilfield production performance. This role focuses on building customer relationships, understanding business objectives, and recommending solutions that drive performance while growing the client’s market presence through both existing and new accounts.
Essential Characteristics
Driven to win
Process and data driven – capable of using data and facts to communicate the value of products and services
Personable and able to build lasting customer relationships
Strong industry network
Solid knowledge of customers and markets served in the region
Responsibilities
Demonstrate superior knowledge of products and applications and effectively communicate the value proposition
Use a combination of product and application expertise to propose solutions that address customer challenges
Continuously add value to relationships with new and existing customers
Identify prospective customers and understand their business needs and drivers
Maintain and update contacts, leads, and opportunities within the CRM system
Foster a collaborative sales culture across sales and service teams to deliver a best-in-class customer experience
Develop and maintain a written, measurable sales plan for accounts in the region
Meet or exceed sales revenue goals for the product line within the region
Build and maintain professional relationships with executive and technical-level contacts at key accounts
Maintain a rolling four-quarter forecast and provide updates regularly
Evaluate market trends and competitor intelligence to inform sales strategies
Major Functions & Duties
Grow sales revenue for the assigned product line in the region
Listen to customer concerns and use technical knowledge to provide effective solutions
Build and expand a professional network with diverse customer contacts
Leverage internal drive and confidence to continuously pursue sales growth
Communicate product features and benefits clearly and persuasively to potential customers
Advance current-quarter sales initiatives and keep forecasts updated
Travel within the region as required (estimated less than 20% outside the region)
Meet with executive-level customers to evaluate service quality, identify competitive threats, and uncover new opportunities
Provide support and guidance for proposals and quotes to key or growth accounts
Collaborate closely with regional service center managers to align on account activities
Qualifications/Skills
Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) in Business or related field preferred
Minimum of five years of experience in the oil and gas production segment
Strong understanding of automation systems, artificial lift, and rod pumping operations
Proven ability to work cross-functionally to achieve sales goals
Highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems (preferably Salesforce)
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills