Utility Sales Specialist

We are looking for a highly-motivated sales professional to join our North American sales team! As an electrical Utility Sales Specialist, you will sell, promote, and demonstrate the Greenlee & RIDGID brands of tools and equipment.  The ideal candidate will reside in the San Francisco, CA area.  Your job will offer unique perspectives and insights into how customers view their business and align their insights and priorities while tying those insights back to Emerson Professional Tools' unique product differentiators. You will drive two-way communications, clearly articulate our value proposition, and engage the end-customer in jointly addressing their business priorities.  Our primary sales focus is on the large Utilities in the assigned region, and you will additionally coordinate with the local Territory Manager's activity in this market.   In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Accountable for the direction, coordination, and growth of all utility market sales through direct customer contact and close coordination with local ProTools Territory Managers.
• Working in a matrix-managed environment which includes providing coaching and direction to regional Territory Managers.
• Performing field product demonstrations, training, & technical support with end-users and distribution channel partners.
• Driving strategic new products sales and solutions to expand markets and share.
• Developing, presenting, & executing annual business plans to deliver incremental sales growth.
• Developing and Managing a monthly/yearly sales forecast.
• Developing & owning relationships with both Key Distributor Partners and End Users.
• The subject matter expert for the product, applications, & pricing program for your given market.
• Supporting regional & national organizations through training and special projects execution.

  Who You Are:

I…. 

am self-motivated, a problem solver, and a solution provider.

enjoy & excel at building deep customer relationships.

plan, organize, & manage my work & time well.

prefer a hands-on approach with a “roll-up your sleeves and get dirty” mentality.

collaborate & communicate effectively both internally and externally across multiple teams.

  For This Role, You Will Need:

• Existing professional relationships and technical skills in the electrical utility market. 
• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Business, Marketing, Industrial Distribution, or other relevant subject area; OR minimum of five years relevant experience instead of a bachelor's Degree.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work in a matrix-managed environment, including coaching, mentoring, and providing selling support to Territory Managers.
• Solid business sense, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proven success in formulating, presenting, executing, & measuring Business Plans.
• A consistent track record and successful history of achieving goals and sales targets in the Electrical Utility market.
   

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Proficiency in MS Excel & PowerPoint; CRM Application experience a plus.
• Five years of experience in Sales, Marketing, or technical support of B2B Sales in the Electrical Utility Market preferred
• Experience with distribution channels, with emphasis on Electrical, industrial, and plumbing

  Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay a competitive base salary, within the local market in which we o