Automation Sales & Business Development Manager

Sales & Business Development Manager – Automation & Controls

Adecco Permanent Recruitment has partnered with an innovative industrial automation company based in the Greater Grand Rapids area to recruit a Sales & Business Development Manager – Automation & Controls. This is a unique opportunity to join a successful and growing company that has thrived through word-of-mouth and a loyal national customer base. Now, we're looking for a driven sales professional to expand the reach of their LabelWright applicator packages and machine integration & controls services.

Role Highlights:

• Develop new customer relationships across packaging, food & beverage, and warehouse automation sectors.
• Manage full-cycle sales and marketing activities while collaborating closely with engineering and proposal teams.
• Report directly to the executive leadership team.
• Potential for future executive sales leadership.

Compensation:

• Base salary between $75K - $150K, negotiable depending on commission structure preferences (e.g., lower salary/higher commission or vice versa).
• Highly lucrative commission structure aligned with performance.

Location & Travel:

• Hybrid/Remote (training period onsite).
• Open to candidates outside of Michigan (e.g., Chicago-based candidates welcome).
• Travel mostly within Michigan; occasional domestic/international travel required (passport needed).

Who We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of equipment sales experience in packaging, food & beverage, or warehouse automation industries.
• Self-starter with a strong technical aptitude and a customer-first mindset.
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Target Markets & Growth Opportunities:

• Expand existing business with major national clients (e.g., Coca-Cola).
• Introduce automation and controls services to new industries.
• Sell high-margin engineering services and integration packages.
• Develop strategic partnerships with equipment and conveyor integrators.
• Help revive and modernize warehouse software platforms (TrueSort, TrueMerge, WCS).

Benefits:

• Auto allowance
• Company cell phone
• Health, dental, vision & life insurance
• 401(k) with company match

Pay Details: $75,000.00 to $150,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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