Distribution Account Executive at Legrand North America | Austin, TX, United States | Rezi

Distribution Account Executive at Legrand North America

Distribution Account Executive

Legrand North America · Austin, TX, United States

1 months ago

Distribution Account Executive

Legrand North America · Austin, TX, United States

2 months ago
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About the Role

This position will drive growth by selling OEM products and solutions to assigned strategic customers, focusing on influencing specification, building long-term relationships, and driving pull-through demand with the Legrand AV portfolio. It involves strategic collaboration with partner organizations to secure design-in wins, specification wins, and long-term supply agreements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute specific account plans for assigned customers which deliver revenue, margin and market share objectives.
  • Secure design-in opportunities by positioning Legrand AV products as critical components within the customer's finished solution.
  • Manage the full OEM sales cycle, from initial technical concept and prototyping to production ramp-up and lifecycle management.
  • Coordinate between Legrand AV product management and customer technical teams to manage custom product requests or modifications.
  • Provide sales forecasting and demand planning updates to internal manufacturing teams to ensure supply chain continuity for high-volume accounts.
  • Represent Legrand AV at trade shows and technical symposiums to identify emerging OEM trends and new applications.
  • Assist in resolving technical or logistical complaints, ensuring minimal disruption to the customer’s production line.
  • Adhere to the core values of Innovation, Customer Responsiveness, and Continuous Improvement in all partner interactions.

Requirements

  • Ability to interpret technical standards, engineering drawings, and specifications to align with OEM needs.
  • Strong technical AV and IT product aptitude with the ability to discuss product integration and performance metrics with product personnel.
  • Proficiency in CRM and data analytic tools (Salesforce and Power BI) and be able to track multi-year product cycles.
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale accounts with high attention to detail regarding technical and commercial requirements.
  • Excellent negotiation skills for long-term contract management and pricing strategy.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds for handling product samples or demonstration kits.
  • Minimum 50% travel required for on-site customer visits, technical reviews, and industry events.

Skills

  • Technical AV and IT product aptitude
  • CRM and data analytic tools (Salesforce and Power BI)
  • Negotiation skills

Location

  • Austin, TX

Work Type

  • Onsite
  • Travel

Experience Level

  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience in technical sales, large account management, or industrial marketing

Education Level

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • High employer 401K match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefit plans
  • Above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave
  • Bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company’s incentive plans
  • Paid time off to volunteer
  • Active/growing Employee Resource Group network

About the Company

  • Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, offering comprehensive solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets.
  • Legrand AV is a global leader in designing and manufacturing electrical, data, and AV solutions, focused on providing the foundation for amazing AV experiences through innovative solutions and exceptional service.
  • Legrand AV solutions support technology to rebuild and maintain vital connections around the world.

Equal Opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer