Professional Tool Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for a highly motivated sales professional to join our North America sales team! Emerson's Professional Tools business provides the industry's broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. As a Professional Tool Specialist, you will sell, promote, and demonstrate the RIDGID & Greenlee lines of tools and equipment. The ideal candidate will reside in the Philadelphia, PA area. Your job will be to offer unique perspectives and insights to the way customers view their business, align their insights and priorities, while tying those insights back to Emerson Professional Tools' unique product differentiators. You will be able to drive two-way communications and clearly articulate our value proposition and engage the end-customer in jointly addressing their business priorities.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be :

• Promoting the entire RIDGID / Greenlee product line to end-users in the Electrical, Mechanical, Utility, Plumbing, and Industrial segments at the local level.
• Working closely and developing relationships at all levels of the customer chain : Electricians, plumbers, line technicians, foreman, superintendents, safety directors, work methods managers, purchasing agents, warehouse managers, project managers and owners.
• Engaging with local union and non-union training centers to conduct training to apprenticeship and journeymen. Responds to requests quickly and understands the sense of urgency in construction.
• Communicating and demonstrating our value proposition of Faster-Safer-Easier that our tools bring to all members of the decision-making chain listed above.
• Developing and implementing plans to get RIDGID / Greenlee products specified-in and standardized at key end-user customers in all segments and within defined territories. Reporting progress of demonstrations, trainings, and opportunities with 360 data capture application. Submitting presentations, expense reports, and other plans in a timely manner.
• Working with Product Managers on leads generated from large regional, national and global construction and utility firms and completes the placement of our tools at the local level. May make cold calls to potential leads.
• Working closely with PTS Leads to support multiple territories and channels within the defined area and will follow up on pre-qualified leads that are generated from RIDGID / Greenlee Territory Managers, Regional Sales Managers, Product Managers, and Distributor Sales, along with customer requests.
• Working as part of a team and contributing to the success of the team by encouraging relationships with other RIDGID / Greenlee team members, end-user customers as well as distribution partners. Communicate leads to the sales team, along with conveying competitive threats and market trends.
• Understanding the needs and challenges of our end user customers and articulate a solution to the need.

Who You Are : I....

am self-motivated, a problem solver, and a solution provider.

enjoy and excel at building deep customer relationships.

plan, prioritize, and manage my work and time well.

prefer a hands-on approach with a "roll-up your sleeves and get dirty" mentality.

collaborate and communicate successfully both internally and externally across multiple teams.

For This Role, You Will Need :

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart :

Our Culture & Commitment to You :

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

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About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!

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