We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

A career at Generac means stepping into a company that leads technological advances. For more than five decades, Generac has designed and manufactured diesel, natural gas, and bi-fuel generators, but we’ve evolved into so much more. As we continue to grow in both size and technological advances, we consistently push past norms to pave a way towards the future. We are not simply satisfied with what is working now. Instead, we challenge ourselves to revolutionize and optimize the industry while bringing out the best in our people.

The Inside Sales Representative – Industrial is responsible for supporting our Industrial Distributors and National Account Customers on opportunities throughout various stages of the sales process.  This position is focused on delivering exceptional support within an assigned region for the Generac Industrial Power Division.  

Essential Duties:

55%    

Develop and retain relationships with industrial distributors by offering various levels of support throughout the sales process

Lead and drive administrative and operational sales functions;

Assist distributors with various product related inquiries using in-depth product knowledge

Utilize consultative sales skills to cross-sell complex products to exceed distributors’ needs;

15%    

Resolve issues and technical questions from customers and distributors

Act as first point of contact for technical questions and technical documentation requests

10%    

Monitor distributor project activity and pipeline information within a CRM, including running reports and monitoring project status

10%    

Review and facilitate discount requests (e.g., smart pricing discounts and quarterly promotions)

Deliver sales presentations, product updates, marketing information, training sessions, and various notifications to customers within the distribution network

Introduce distributors to channel and marketing related programs

Introduce customers to the Generac program and train them to use Generac web portals

Act as SAP Super User within functional area as assigned

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience;

2 years’ experience in sales, customer service or with a power generation OEM

Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel up to 15% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

Demonstrated achievement in a direct sales role

Experience selling industrial or technical products with an electrical or mechanical background

Experience supporting a distribution network with a technical product

Experience delivering presentations, conducting training and providing product solutions

Experience with preparing quotations and interpreting product specifications

Experience using SAP or equivalent ERP

Experience working with a CRM program

Experience working with Microsoft Office products in a professional environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Well-developed problem solving and negotiation skills

Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner, both verbally and in writing, to build and establish lasting relationships

The ability to manage multiple accounts and facilitate a high volume of requests

Self-determination to exceed Generac Industrial Distributors satisfaction is essential.   

Great Reasons to work for Generac: 

Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more

Free onsite gym open Monday through Saturday for Generac employees

We offer product loan (for up to 4 days) and discount programs 

Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits, many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line, while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators 

Make a positive impact. Generac has always been community-minded and dedicated to giving back. The company proudly offers a Volunteer Time Off program, inviting team members to participate in charitable volunteer opportunities on company time. 

We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days. 

We’re an inclusive company that celebrates differences and keeps equity and respect at the forefront.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”