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Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.
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The Solution Architect is primarily responsible for the pre-sales support of the Badger Meter field sales and distribution efforts across the complete Badger Meter Water Quality product line by providing necessary technical training and assistance, Bid / RFP response information, system pre-installation planning with the customer, participating in technical seminars, representing Badger Meter at assigned trade shows, lunch and learns, and industry shows and by conducting special sales support projects and activities as required.
This position requires detailed technical knowledge and understanding (or the ability to obtain) of Badger Meter’s full product line. This position will be required to provide post-sales field support as needed.
The ideal candidate for this position will be based in Florida/Georgia. This position will require up to 50% travel. This position will cover the Southeast market.
Job Duties:
Provide pre-sales assistance for the Water Quality Sales Team, including pre-sales technical assistance such as solution/system design.
Remain proficient and up to date in instruments and system technology including software, both with Badger Meter products and with competitive product offerings.
Assist with presentations to key prospects, target accounts, and customers.
Influence and respond to customer and prospect inquiries, RFP / Bid requests and questions in a timely manner as required.
Act as a mentor to peers and other inside sales representatives to help the broader team have a deeper understanding of products, internal processes and area’s for improved efficiencies. May be provided the opportunity to be a subject matter expert on a product family and support the entire sales region.
Stay abreast of and communicate to sales and marketing competitor changes, new strategies, pricing, introduction of new products, or changes in existing products.
Conduct all activity in such a manner as to comply with all governmental requirements applicable to the sale of Badger Meter’s products.
Assist in training of new internal and external sales representatives.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Sales, Business Management, Marketing or a related field required.
5+ years of previous experience in water/wastewater industry desired; Significant experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
Qualifications:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint preferred
Advanced proficiency with CSM System preferred; basic proficiency required
Experience with regulatory reporting and procedures preferred
Ability to communicate, present and influence credibly required
Competencies:
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
Communication: Convey information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listen actively to others.
Initiating Action: Take prompt action to accomplish work goals; take action to achieve results beyond what is required; be proactive.
Work Standards: Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Expected salary for this position is $95,000-$105,000 plus quarterly incentive bonuses.
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Competitive Pay
Annual Bonus
Eligible for Annual Pay Increases
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays
Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis. Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!
Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more
Educational Assistance – Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the “EEO is the Law” poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm
Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.
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