MCE - Motion & Control Enterprises, LLC

Sales Engineer

• Own the growth and performance of automation products including linear actuators, servo motors, gearboxes, PLCs, motion controllers, VFDs, and supporting electronic controls across the assigned territory
• Build OEM relationships where products can be specified into machine and equipment designs
• Drive growth through owned accounts and collaboration with the local sales team across Northern and Central Illinois and Indiana
• Develop and execute a growth plan and strategy for automation products with the Regional Sales Manager
• Participate in sales calls, supporting inside and outside sales teams with technical expertise
• Understand customer applications and specify products into equipment and machine designs
• Develop electrical system designs and assist with cost estimating alongside the engineering team
• Assist with value-added solution proposals and presentations tailored to customer applications
• Support electrical systems in the field as needed
• Develop technical product and solution sales training with Regional Sales Managers
• Manage approximately 50 to 60 customer accounts while developing new OEM and application-focused relationships
• Record account activity, contacts, and opportunities in CRM and ERP systems daily
• Educate customers on automation industry trends, technologies, and product capabilities

Technical Sales Engineer

Buyer

• Continually review and process purchasing suggestions, converting mock purchase orders into accurate supplier orders
• Enter and submit purchase orders in ERP via EDI and email submission
• Enter orders on vendor order-management systems through customer portals
• Create and enter rush purchase orders as required to meet urgent customer or operational needs
• Consolidate requirements across supplier locations and create stock transfer orders between company locations
• Review purchase order acknowledgements from suppliers for accuracy and catch discrepancies before they become delays
• Review open purchase orders and expedite as necessary to protect delivery commitments
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal customers to resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies promptly
• Review supplier notifications on price increases, minimum order requirements, payment term changes, shipping procedures, and rebates, escalating to management as appropriate