Full-Time

Account Manager

Axis Automation

Axis Automation

51-200 employees

Designs and integrates customized factory automation

No salary listed

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

In Person

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Forecasting
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Existing relationships with key customers and decision-makers in engineering and procurement.
  • A general understanding of manufacturing, particularly as it pertains to automation equipment.
  • Proven ability to continually contact prospective customers and develop relevant leads.
  • Professional skills in organizing and leading conversations and building trust.
  • Proven, and superior interpersonal, written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Sense of diplomacy, including negotiation skills, conflict resolution and people management.
  • Possess a creative and solutions-oriented approach to project opportunities.
  • Willingness to travel to support customers in order to meet project sales goals.
  • Ability to skillfully utilize CRM software and Microsoft applications notably Excel.
  • Champion Our Operating Principles: actively embody and uphold the ten Operating Principles.
Responsibilities
  • Development and acquisition of new customers in general non-automotive industries.
  • Maintain good standing and growing relationships with existing/acquired customers.
  • Generate new project orders to meet or exceed annual goals.
  • Work cooperatively and collaboratively with all team members, customer and supplier partners throughout project acquisition and delivery.
  • Provide metrics, reports and success criteria for sales and related activities.
  • Strategic planning and goal-setting surrounding market and customer sector-specific targeting and communication initiatives to close or grow customer accounts.
  • Maintain and submit appropriate records for forecasting, quote status & expenses.
  • Assist Applications Engineering team as needed in developing solutions to customers’ needs.
  • Support marketing efforts and general proactive market outreach activities.

Axis Automation designs and builds customized factory automation systems for manufacturers in various industries. It handles concepting, design, integration, deployment, and ongoing service to automate production lines and equipment. Their products work by combining engineering, robotics integration, and project management to create tailored automation solutions that connect machines, sensors, and controls for smooth, efficient operations. Axis Automation differentiates itself through deep manufacturing experience, a collaborative culture, and a dedicated team that manages end-to-end projects—from initial concept through installation and support—delivering tailored systems rather than one-size-fits-all products. The company’s goal is to help forward-thinking manufacturers improve production capabilities and performance by providing practical, reliable automation technology and comprehensive service.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Bakery automation grows 18% yearly from labor shortages and consistency demands.
  • Cobots adoption accelerates 15-20% annually through 2028 in mid-sized manufacturers.
  • Reshoring boosts U.S. manufacturing capex 12% in 2026 for automation investments.

What critics are saying

  • KUKA undercuts cobot pricing 25%, forcing unsustainable price wars in 3-6 months.
  • Fanuc captures 45% integration share with cheaper standardized systems in 6-12 months.
  • Siasun erodes U.S. market with 50% cheaper integration in 18-24 months.

What makes Axis Automation unique

  • Axis Automation excels in bakery-specific automated decorating systems since 1984.
  • Axis integrates PLCs, HMIs, machine vision, and robotics for custom manufacturing.
  • Hartland, Wisconsin facility manufactures all equipment for bakery topping and depositing.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave