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Flow Control Group

Industrial flow control products distributor

Outside Sales Representative

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilwaukee, WI, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Automation Technology, or a related technical field is required.
  • Experience in industrial automation, technical sales, applications engineering, or a closely related technical role.
  • Working knowledge of one or more of robotics, motion control and servo systems, pneumatics, machine vision, machine safety, industrial controls, or electromechanical automation.
  • Ability to build customer relationships and manage accounts.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organization, time-management, and follow-through.
  • Ability to work independently from a home office.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the territory.
  • Located within approximately a 1–2 hour drive of Milwaukee.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers throughout the assigned territory.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to achieve territory sales objectives.
  • Build an understanding of customer operations, challenges, and strategic goals.
  • Partner with customers through the design and development process by providing technical expertise and product recommendations.
  • Analyze customer applications and recommend automation solutions from the company’s product portfolio.
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations, proposals, and product demonstrations.
  • Coordinate with Application Engineers and Automation Specialists to develop and support customer solutions.
  • Work with supplier partners to uncover opportunities and deliver customer support.
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasts, opportunities, and project tracking in Salesforce CRM.
  • Develop and execute a territory plan to increase market share and expand account penetration.
  • Attend customer meetings, industry events, supplier trainings, and trade shows as needed.
  • Travel regularly throughout Eastern Wisconsin to support customers and prospect for new business.
  • Support company initiatives, marketing campaigns, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Sales Manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Automation Technology.
  • Established relationships within Eastern Wisconsin manufacturing and automation markets.
  • Experience with Salesforce or a comparable customer relationship management system.
  • Experience with value-based or solution-oriented selling methodologies.
  • Familiarity with machine builders, original equipment manufacturers, systems integrators, and manufacturing end users.
  • Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Outlook.

About the Company

Flow Control Group

Industrial flow control products distributor

Flow Control Group distributes flow control, industrial automation, and life sciences products and services across North America, connecting thousands of suppliers with over 10,000 customers. Its offerings include pumps, valves, filtration, controls, air systems, sealing, tubing, hoses, and engineered systems plus services like technical support, maintenance, and calibration. The company differentiates itself through an employee-owned model, a shared-services backbone, broad supplier networks, and allowing acquired brands to keep their autonomy, while growing via acquisitions and strategic e-commerce like Instrumart. Its goal is to expand market reach and capabilities in industrial automation and life sciences by acquiring profitable businesses, scaling operations, and delivering reliable, mission-critical components and services.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.8B
Headquarters
Charlotte, NC
Founded
1968

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