Technical Sales Engineer, AC Power - GSA

POSITION SUMMARY

This role supports selling efforts for Vertiv’s 3-Phase AC Power product offering, with deep technical and industry knowledge with a focus on GSA (Global Strategic Account) accounts. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical review and response to Request for Proposals (RFP) for Vertiv 3-Phase AC Power opportunities for assigned GSA key accounts. Primary focus will be specification CDE review/completion, review of electrical drawings submitted with RFP, assistance with initial equipment configurations based on understanding of specification/drawing requirements, and aid with completing project specific bid forms (when required).
• Supports driving sales growth. 
• Provides technical support for assigned GSA Account Managers including the following activities: assistance with development of concept power architectures, technical guidance for selection of best fit product ratings, battery selection and sizing, creation of concept single lines, and virtual or in-person design reviews.
• Supports budgeting and spec development to maximize success rates.
• Coordinates with assigned GSA Account Managers to support engagement with targeted consulting engineers, contractors, and general contractors.  
• Represents the company and actively participates in key customer factory visits. 
• Travel as required to support assigned GSA Account Managers and to support increasing share of wallet withing the assigned account by supporting in person meetings.
• Participates as needed in account planning efforts and engagement strategies for key clients. 
• Supports technical proposals, design documentation, and project proposals to aid the design process and delivery to customers. 
• Provides sales staff with technical assistance and support for technical documentation and customer-facing presentations & engagements including leading customer communications.
• Participates in new product development efforts as assigned.
• Provides industry feedback to product managers for product improvements and roadmaps.
• Acts as a mentor to less experienced team members. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 5+ years of industry sales experience.
• Technical knowledge of products and applications.
• Industry knowledge and understanding of market dynamics. 
• Experience working on large, complex requests for quotes (RFQs).
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate well with other departments and sales offices.
• Salesmanship and self-confidence to deal with frequent, stressful customer relationship issues.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation).
• Ability to attain quota in measured categories.
• Strong problem-solving skills. 

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Standard office environment.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• 50%

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.  

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS:  Safety.  Integrity. Respect.  Teamwork.  Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnanc