Fluid Power Hydraulic/Pneumatic Sales and Engineering Specialist

Core Responsibilities:

•Cooperatively create and execute an engagement plan with local US Service Center sales teams identifying and engaging high-potential accounts in the assigned region including local and strategic accounts to achieve sales and profit goals
•Act as local, technical fluid power expert in the assigned region including facilitating technical supplier interactions with internal sales teams and customers
•Confer with customers, supplier representatives, and internal resources to prepare and present fluid power solutions to both internal associates and customers in order to drive new business. This includes reviewing installed solutions, drawings, plans, and other customer documents to prepare technical proposals involving products and services offered.
•Conduct fluid power training for both internal associates and customers to increase knowledge of Fluid Power and demonstrate expertise and value
•Develop professional working relationships with key supplier resources to help specify products and systems that will enhance customer performance
•Coordinate projects with US Service Center personnel
•Assist in the development of the Fluid Power collaborative knowledge base including applications, interchanges, case histories, Documented Value Added activities, market activities, and competitor activities

Position Requirements:

•3+ years of fluid power experience including practical applications (hydraulic and/or pneumatic)
•HS Diploma or Equivalent required; Technical Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or extensive fluid power application experience preferred
•Strong mechanical aptitude with a desire and passion to learn; International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Certification preferred
•Ability to read and understand technical drawings and system schematics
•Ability to clearly communicate technical thoughts and solutions to multiple levels
•Familiar with MS Office including remote collaboration tools (eg. video conferencing)
•Strong written & verbal communication & English grammar skills
•Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team
•Proven problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, time management skills, sense of urgency, and a bias for action

Desired characteristics:

•Highly developed listening, questioning, and effective negotiating skills
•Ability and desire to quickly learn and leverage new products, industry trends, processes and systems
Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT)  is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.