Account Manager - Rotating Equipment and Pumps

For over 75 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions - with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas.

Specialties:

As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include:

• Pressure Management
• Isolation Valves & Actuation
• Control Valves & Regulators
• Process Control & Safety Systems
• Oil & Gas Automation- fiscal custody metering, controls, and SCADA
• Reliability Solutions & Services
• Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment
• Instrumentation
• Maintenance & Repair Services

• Identifies and evaluates customer needs and offers appropriate solutions.
• Works under the direction of the Sales Manager to develop the account plan.
• Promotes Rotating Equipment products and services to customers including, but not limited to; positive displacement pumps, blowers, compressors and their accessories, centrifugal pumps and pump packages and accessories and related process equipment such as vacuum pumps, static vacuum equipment, mixers and heat exchangers.
• Interfaces with RQ management, inside sales and other company sales and account teams to communicate activities, opportunities, issues, and status of goals, all designed to deliver the total Company value.
• Develops and maintains customer relationships.
• Attends technical conferences and product and technical training sessions.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with Engineering, Purchasing, Maintenance departments, other key decision makers and Principals.
• Conducts product demonstrations and technical presentations.
• Provides technical assistance to other Sales and Operations personnel.
• Presents and specifies products for varied applications. Determines application and specification of products.
• Helps develop sales forecast and strategy to accomplish goal.
• Expedites for customer - customer rep within the Company.
• Provides input and feedback relative to pricing and sales margins.

• BS/BA Degree in Business or Engineering related disciplines. Alternative AS/AA degree and two plus years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Technical degrees are preferred.
• Basic knowledge of the oil & gas industry - up, mid and downstream. Solid knowledge of basic hydraulic principles and pumping systems and related equipment.

• 3-5 Years technical sales/customer service experience required including experience of prospecting, cold calling and presentations to customers.
• Good Computer skill proficiency with MS Office and Outlook.
• Strong written and oral communication skills including formal presentation skills.
• Solid interpersonal skills; specifically engaged listening and acknowledging skills, as well as questioning and discovery skills.

• Demonstrated ability to interface with and influence senior level executives.
• Strong prospecting/opportunity identification skills. Innovative in selling and servicing approach.
• Strong drive and initiative - motivated to success. Displays win/win negotiating skills.
• Ability to manage customer expectations relative to deliverables and timeframes. Strong Customer Service Skills, including the ability to develop rapport and trust with customers.
• Strong strategic thinker with solid technical aptitude.
• Team Player with good conflict management and consensus building skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in coordination of multiple sales departments and support staff to provide customer solutions effectively and optimize Company success.
• Problem solver- Uses good judgment and approaches opportunities strategically.
• Strong Business Acumen. Recognizes complimentary solutions.
• Exhibits strong self-management skills including a high degree of professionalism and dependability.