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Convergix Automation Solutions is a global automation solutions provider specialized in custom automated manufacturing systems including robotics, controls, material handling, information systems, process automation in a variety of manufacturing industries. With $300M in Capacity, over 900 employees worldwide and 4 operating companies in Canada, USA, Northern Ireland, England, Scotland, and India, we need to support a unified approach for Marketing that leverages best practices across the entire company.

Reporting to the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, we are seeking a working leader in Marketing to join our team in the growing Automation Integration space with a goal of building a $B Global Automation Integration solutions provider by 2026. We have existing expertise in content development, social media, digital marketing, trade show/event management and graphic design. In this role, you will be developing, significantly expanding upon current state and ultimately responsible for the company marketing plan. As well as establishing the comprehensive strategy, setting initiatives and executing for results.

The preference is to be located near one of the Convergix offices in Bridgman MI or Detroit MI. The candidate must have the ability to travel to industry events, customer related activities as well as to visit CONVERGIX locations throughout North America, Europe and Asia.

Role and Responsibility

• Develop an Updated Marketing Strategy, plan and budget for Branding and Marketing for Convergix along with the portfolio business units.
• Lead the execution of the marketing plan, including digital and print marketing, public relations, marketing events and campaigns and the expansion of our partner relationships.
• Enabling the Sales team to meet their commercial objectives by providing them with appropriate tools, materials, forums, and presentations.
• Develop and Manage the Marketing Budget within the parent company and operating companies.
• Provide expert advice to develop innovative advertising, public relations, social media and marketing events.
• Identify and plan trade show along with coordination of the booth and machinery.
• Support teammates in specific market segments to promote growth.
• Create a LEAD generation program to ensure high quality leads come into the sales org.
• Assess, develop and communicate the Brand strategy internally and externally
• Manage agency providers, consultants, freelancers, media partners and other suppliers, including contract negotiation and management.
• Participating in business planning on a yearly basis
• Report progress and action plan on regular basis to executive management

Qualifications:

Work Experience

• Experience in Engineered to Order (Bespoke) Capital Goods Manufacturing Marketing (10+ years of related experience)
• Industrial Automation experience highly desired

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Marketing or Business Administration or equivalent number of years of experience.
• Preference to those with a master’s degree in marketing or business Administration or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Chemical or Industrial).

Skills

• Leadership and vision personality traits always finding a path forward
• Confident, Driven and Dynamic leader with ability to persuade others
• Strong track record of attention to detail and delivering results
• Organized
• Entrepreneurial mindset to spot market opportunities.
• Exceptional presentation skills
• Ability to manage others, set expectations and organize priorities.
• Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability.

Compensation

• Competitive Salary and Management Bonus Program
• Executive level Expense Program
• 401K Match
• Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, STD, LTD
• Cell Phone Expense
• Ability to work from home a portion of the time

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds – This will be role specific so ask Manager if they would like this to be included.

How could you boost your application?

• Post-Secondary Education in a related field
• Experience in the industrial automation, robotics and/or material handling spaces
• An ability to travel; although this position is focused on local clients and minimal travel is required, you should have the ability to travel within US and Canada

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Health
• Dental coverage
• RRSP Matching / 401K matching
• and more!

ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS

Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems including, robotics, controls, material handling, information and software systems, process automation in a variety of manufacturing industries. With over 900 employees, 25+ Locations worldwide and $300M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically as well through acquisition to become a leading 1B Automation Integration global partner. We are a single source automation solutions provider that leverages the geography, technology, industry expertise and capacity of the entire Convergix portfolio across the entire value chain for our customers in a diverse set of industries.

Learn more about us:

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a 1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

As an Automation Applications Engineer, you will oversee the review of the customer requirements, the development of the solution, costs, and project timeline. Your role will entail developing an accurate budget and project Proposal, aligning key concept points, sequence of operations and mechanical descriptions to create a custom integrated system to meet the customer requirements.

What would a typical day look like?

• Engage with the customer through the requirements definition, generating concepts, cost development, and presentation of the proposal.
• Develop a defined Proposal that clarifies all customer requirements.
• Interact with the sales and management teams to lead technical alignment.
• Present concepts to customers emphasizing competitive advantages.
• Assist the internal proposal design team and processes.
• Document technical requirements, project risks, oversee project plans and project change procedures.
• Participate in technical advisory roles, as required.
• Interact with Customers at all levels, as required.
• Ensure effective handoff to operations for ongoing maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Follow a standardized quoting process.
• Standardized presentations including capture-plans, executive reviews and customers reviews.
• Standardized tools used include varying levels of proposal templates, Cost worksheet, CAD tools for concept approach, Compliance Matrices depending on industry and customer and FAT/SAT Criteria
• Opportunities for enhancing proposals through the use of technical writers and Dedicated Simulation/CAD resources.
• Leveraging cross business expertise and experience via a knowledge-sharing platform, Capturing reference machines and SharePoint/MS Teams or other online software package

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of industry experience (preferably in the automation industry).
• Experience in Quoting, Sales and Customer Interaction is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical design drawings and Customer Part Prints.
• Understanding of Electrical & Pneumatic controls architecture.
• Successfully work with project teams and customers to design and estimate complete systems.
• Recognize and determine cost factors, such as timelines, materials, labor, tooling, etc.
• Reliable transportation and an ability to travel; although this position is focused on local clients and minimal travel is required, you should have the ability to travel within US and Canada

What does Eagle Technologies Offer You?

Here at Eagle Technologies, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Health
• Dental coverage
• RRSP Matching
• 401K and more!

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions (CONVERGIX) is a global systems integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems including, robotics, controls, material handling, information systems, and process automation. As a complete solutions provider, we offer our customers technical expertise and creative solutions to dramatically improve and enhance their processing, manufacturing, and logistics operations.

We are a single Source Automation Solutions Provider that leverages the Geography, Technology, Industry expertise and Capacity of the entire Convergix portfolio across the entire value chain for our customers. We leverage creative, solutions-oriented engineering and technology to close gaps in process efficiency and drive industries forward.

Eagle Technologies (A Convergix Company)

Founded in 1953, Eagle Technologies is a leading provider of engineering and factory automation solutions to diverse customers across the globe with extensive expertise in assembly, test, and process applications, industry 4.0 solutions, and robotics. Headquartered in Bridgman, MI with over 1,000 installations worldwide and a focus on developing and training local engineers, Eagle is an established integrator providing automated manufacturing services to some of the world’s most dynamic businesses.

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity
• Commitment
• Innovation
• Collaboration

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a $1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Eagle Technologies has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

Kiba Studios Kitchen & Bath is an exclusive design center offering customers a unique shopping experience where they will tour custom home displays, select beautiful products and work with professional designers.

Shelby Design Center with Kiba Studios Kitchen and Bath is looking for an experienced, creative, well-organized Kitchen and Bath Designer to join their growing family-owned and operated business . Kiba Studios offers training, as well as both design and product support, in a fun environment that is focused on teamwork and a strong work life balance.

The compensation for this position is a monthly base salary, plus the opportunity to achieve generous bonuses or commissions. Benefits include 401K matching, dental insurance, employee discounts, paid time off, health and vision insurance.

If you are interested in taking your career to the next level as key part of our Kitchen and Bath team –submit your resume today.

This position includes the following responsibilities:

• Qualifying a customer’s needs and wants while presenting all K&B products
• Working directly with customers to design their dream kitchens and baths
• Utilizing 2020 Design software with several cabinet lines to layout, specify and price cabinets for customer projects
• Accurately quote, order, and track all kitchen and bath products
• Conduct design consultation meetings and provide follow up and project communications
• Enter product sales in the point of sales system
• Support the Sales Associates with product and project process knowledge
• Consult with project managers and contractors on cabinet installations
• Organize and manage all the documentation of projects
• Maintain pricing and merchandising for the department
• Provide exceptional customer service

We are looking for K&B Designers with the following qualifications and skills:

• Minimum of 3 years managing Kitchen and Bath projects, including consulting with cabinet installers
• Minimum of 3 years designing and quoting projects with 20/20 design software in multiple cabinet catalogs
• A Degree in Interior Design is preferred, but not required. Industry certification is a plus.
• Submission of a design portfolio demonstrating your design and 20/20 skills is required.
• Experience specifying and ordering plumbing fixtures for both Kitchens and baths is a plus