Sales Specialist, Robotics and Automation

Phillips Corporation · Remote · US

Base: Not disclosed
OTE: Not disclosed
Quota attainment: Not disclosed
Posted: 20d ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

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The job

What you'd do: Help factories find the right robot setups, then quote and install them. The robots load and unload machines, and you'd build lasting relationships with customers in your assigned area.
Who you'd sell to: Manufacturers seeking robotic machine-tending automationIn their words: “ensure every customer receives a high-satisfaction solution that improves their manufacturing profitability”
Where deals come from: Not stated in the posting.

The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay: No pay listed at all.
Transparency: Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Time on market: Open 20 days.
Company hiring: 2 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

1.
What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?
OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.
2.
What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?
Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.
3.
Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?
A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.
4.
Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?
Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.
5.
What are the base and the OTE for this role?
No point investing hours before you know the number.
6.
Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?
New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

› When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

1.
Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?
What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.
2.
Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?
The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.
3.
I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?
Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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Full posting

We are seeking a driven Sales Specialist to join our team and support the delivery of exceptional customer experiences through the rapid implementation of robotic machine-tending and OPTO automation projects. In this role, you will actively listen to client needs to help find the best solutions for our customers and elevate customer satisfaction. By utilizing your technical expertise to quote projects and ensure every customer receives a high-satisfaction solution that improves their manufacturing profitability. You will work closely with senior guidance to master automation and robotics tools—specifically focusing on HAAS, Fanuc, and the Fanuc CRX COBOT packages—to boost operational efficiency and position Phillips as the preferred industry partner. Beyond the technical execution, you will focus on building solid customer relationships within your assigned territory and fostering collaborative partnerships with Haas Automation representatives, vendors, and the Phillips 360 team. While a background in sales is preferred but not required, we expect a high level of ownership and discipline as you learn to navigate CRM tools, support accurate forecasting, and pursue machine-tending opportunities that deliver industry-leading margins. This position is ideal for a proactive professional with a strong technical background in automation who is ready to contribute to the design of cutting-edge solutions while growing toward consistent high performance and long-term career advancement within our organization. If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a real impact, we want to hear from you. The expected pay range for a qualified person in this role is between $70,000.00 and $80,000.00 annually plus commission opportunities. If you have a different suggestion, please mention it in your application. Please apply at https://apply.workable.com/phillips-corporation/ Phillips Corporation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Phillips Corporation is an E-Verify participant.

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