Area Sales Executive

**Job Description - Sales Engineer (Pneumatic Automation Solutions)**

**Location**: Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka & Telangana (travel across assigned territory)
**Department**: Sales & Business Development
**Reports To**: Regional Sales Manager / National Sales Head

**About the Role**

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated **Sales Engineer** to promote and sell **pneumatic automation solutions** in the Southern India region. The role involves business development, technical consultation, and account management with industrial customers across **Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana**.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Promote and sell **pneumatic automation products and solutions**, including:

- Pneumatic Solenoid Valves
- Pneumatic Cylinders
- FRLs (Filter-Regulator-Lubricator)
- Tubes, Fittings, and related accessories
- Identify, engage, and develop business opportunities with **OEMs, end-users, and distributors** in the assigned region.
- Provide **technical consultation, demonstrations, and product recommendations** to customers.
- Achieve **monthly and annual sales turnover targets** for the territory.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and channel partners.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements.
- Submit **sales reports, forecasts, and market insights** to management.
- Participate in regional trade shows, seminars, and customer events to promote brand visibility.
- Collaborate with the **technical support/service team** for after-sales support and customer satisfaction.

**Qualifications & Skills**
- **Bachelor’s degree / Diploma** in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering.
- **2-5 years** of sales experience in **pneumatic automation / industrial automation** (experience with brands like Festo, SMC, Parker, Airtac, Janatics preferred).
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Proven track record of **achieving sales targets**.
- Willingness to **travel extensively** across Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.
- Proficiency in English and at least one local language (Telugu/Kannada) will be an advantage.
- Self-motivated and target-oriented individual.

**Employment Terms**
- **Probationary Period**: 6 months. Employment confirmation will depend on:

- **Sales performance and achievement of targets**:

- **Professional behavior and conduct within the company and with customers**:

- **Proactiveness and approach in fulfilling assigned roles and responsibilities**:

- Competitive **salary + incentives/commissions** based on performance.
- Company support with **travel allowance and marketing materials.**:

- Opportunity to grow within the organization in the field of **automation sales**.
- Continuous **product training and technical support** provided.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

- Why do you want to work in pneumatic automation product sales? Since this is a performance-driven role with probation tied to sales turnover, are you confident in your ability to meet and exceed defined sales targets?
- Do you have a degree/diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Mechatronics Engineering?
- How many years of industrial sales experience do you have?
- Have you previously sold pneumatic automation or industrial automation products? If yes, which brands (Festo, SMC, Janatics, Parker, Airtac, etc.)?
- Have you worked with OEMs, EPC contractors, or end-users in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, or Telangana?
- Are you willing to travel extensively within Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana?
- This role has a 6-month probationary period, after which confirmation will be based on sales performance, professional behavior, and fulfillment of responsibilities. Are you comfortable with this arrangement?
- What is your expected salary package and notice period?