Company Description Planetpro Automation Pvt Ltd specializes in BIW fixture design, manufacturing, and robotics cell installation and commissioning for industrial applications. The company delivers advanced robotic automation solutions, including CO2 welding, machine tending, aluminum de-flashing, metal pouring, and leaf spring handling for parabolic operations.
Planetpro also provides material handling and gantry systems tailored to complex production environments. Its high-end integration and data logging systems are built to meet stringent OEM standards for global manufacturers such as Ford and GM. The organization focuses on reliable, efficient automation to help clients optimize productivity and quality on the shop floor.
Job Title: Automation Sales Manager – Automotive BIW & Robotics
Department: Business Development & Sales
Reports To: Director of Sales
Job Location : Pune (1 Position), Bengaluru (1 Position) , Chennai (1 Position)
Number of Position: 3 Positions
Position Overview
We are seeking a high-performing Automation Sales Manager to drive business growth for our advanced manufacturing solutions. You will lead the sales process for complex, high-value industrial automation projects, specifically focusing on
Body-in-White (BIW) spot welding lines, robotic pick-and-place systems, and turnkey robotic integration . The ideal candidate possesses a deep technical understanding of automotive manufacturing automation alongside a proven track record of closing multi-million dollar capital equipment deals.
Key Responsibilities
- Business Development: Identify, target, and secure recent business opportunities within automotive OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and general manufacturing industries.
- Technical Consultation:
Collaborate with customers to understand their production challenges and pitch tailor-made automation solutions, including BIW lines, robotic material handling, and vision-guided pick-and-place systems.
- Proposal & Estimation Leadership: Partner with internal applications engineering, estimation, and controls teams to develop accurate technical proposals, project scopes, and competitive pricing strategies.
- Key Account Management: Maintain and expand relationships with existing automotive accounts, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Contract Negotiation: Lead commercial negotiations, finalize terms and conditions, and successfully close complex, long-cycle capital equipment contracts.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging robotics technologies to position our company as a market leader.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Robotics, or Industrial Engineering. An MBA or equivalent business experience is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum of 7–10 + years of technical sales experience in industrial automation, specifically selling robotic systems, BIW welding lines, and automated assembly solutions .
- Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of industrial robotics (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa), spot/arc welding technologies, PLC systems, and robotic pick-and-place end-of-arm tooling (EOAT).
- Industry Network: Existing network of contacts within automotive OEMs and Tier-1 manufacturing suppliers.
- Sales Track Record: Documented history of meeting or exceeding sales quotas for projects valued between 1 to 10 cr+
- Travel: Willingness to travel up to 40-50% to visit customer sites, production plants, and industry trade shows.
Contact Details:
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📌 Sales Manager (Pune)
🏢 Planetpro Automation
📍 Pune