The HAHN Automation Group is the global solution partner for factory automation. The company stands for industry-specific know-how, an extensive project portfolio, and a global organization with a focus on providing service all from a single source. From manual stations to semi-automated cells and full production lines, 1,800 employees across 22 locations worldwide work on custom solutions. In addition, the digital product portfolio helps manufacturers gain a competitive edge by increasing efficiency and paving the way to a smart factory. Customers in the Automotive, Electronics, and MedTech industries have benefited from our expertise for more than 30 years of providing experience and international innovation.
2026-1802
Education: Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience: 3+ years of experience in account management, technical sales, business development, or customer relationship management, preferably in automation, industrial equipment, capital equipment, or manufacturing
Additional skills:
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Proven ability to grow existing customer accounts by identifying cross-selling, upselling, and service opportunities while consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets and fostering an atmosphere of trust, integrity, fairness, technical competency, and a sense of urgency
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Strong understanding of customer technical challenges, complex technical sales processes, including needs analysis, solution development, proposal creation, pricing, contract negotiation, and closing
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Ability to build and maintain trusted and collaborative relationships with customers, executive decision-makers, technical stakeholders, and cross-functional internal teams
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Strong business acumen with the ability to understand customer manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and capital investment plans
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Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
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Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple customer opportunities simultaneously
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Proficiency with CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and sales forecasting tools, with a commitment to maintaining accurate customer and opportunity data
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Self-motivated, customer-focused professional with strong analytical, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is willing to travel as required to support customer meetings, project reviews, and industry events Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements with the potential for frequent overtime/weekend hours
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A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
As a member of HAHN Automation Group US, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:
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Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
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The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
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Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
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The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
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The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
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Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
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Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship
