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SunSource

Product Specialist

SunSource

Product Specialist selling motion-control automation components and solutions for U.S. manufacturers.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeFarmington Hills • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Motion Control technologies, including VFD and Servo Drive systems, while effectively managing customer relationships and sales strategies. Proficient in technical writing and communication, with a strong focus on inventory management and marketing plans to drive product sales.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Motion Control TechnologiesVFD And Servo Drive KnowledgeStrategic Selling SkillsTechnical Writing SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills
VFD SizingServo Motion Control SystemsGearbox SizingTechnical SupportProposal PreparationSales PlanningProduct KnowledgeInventory ManagementMarket ForecastingPricing Strategy
Soft Skills
Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To Detail
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointPLCHMI
Certifications & Qualifications
Associate’s DegreeBachelor’s DegreeValid Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Sales CoordinationCustomer Relationship ManagementHigh-Volume EquipmentEngineering FirmsPackagers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Coordinate activities between suppliers, customers, outside and inside sales, marketing and management, buyers, and pricing teams
  • Manage inventory, expedite products, forecast customer needs, and coordinate product line marketing projects
  • Size and commission VFD and Servo Motion Control Systems
  • Size gearboxes and gearmotors based on customer input values
  • Present new motion control technologies at customer locations or workshops
  • Provide technical advice, pre-selection support, and technical support for internal and on-site customers
  • Develop marketing plans to grow Motion Control Product Sales
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for Sales and conduct joint sales calls
  • Prepare proposals and quotations and apply appropriate pricing
  • Call on prospects and customers for assigned product lines
  • Support strategic accounts, sales training, sales calls, and product selection
  • Take sales responsibility for unassigned accounts
  • Coordinate joint sales calls with manufacturer and Electro-Matic personnel
  • Develop and maintain relationships with product line vendors
  • Ensure seminars, training, and product-related events are executed
  • Support marketing efforts and sales goals as directed by the product line manager
  • Develop product knowledge and understanding of the competitive market
  • Keep the sales group informed about new and updated products
  • Work with Customer Service Representatives to facilitate customer requirements
  • Participate in product sales planning and complete departmental projects

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Strong business, creative, and technical writing skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to multitask
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Strategic selling skills related to high-volume equipment builders, engineering firms, packagers, and end-users
  • Ability to manage conflict and challenges and adapt to change
  • Business acumen balancing customer requirements with commercial objectives of EMP/vendors
  • Executive-level verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
  • Organization and time-management skills
  • Knowledge and experience with at least one of PLC, HMI, VFD, or Servo Drive manufacturing technologies
  • Knowledge and experience with Siemens PLC, HMI, VFD, or Servo Drive preferred
  • Knowledge of AC Vector and Servo Control advantageous
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school with 2+ years’ experience in the related field, or Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years’ experience in the related field
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Ability to travel in Michigan or Ohio, based on assigned region, including occasional overnight visits
  • Periodic overnight national travel required
  • Ability to sit at a desk for extended periods
  • Ability to drive to customer sites
  • Ability to occasionally crouch and crawl
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
  • Personal protective equipment may be provided/required for customer site visits
  • Product training classes and manufacturer events