• The Product Specialist is responsible for identifying and closing new business opportunities within established and new accounts in a geographically dispersed territory. • Establish relationships with new and targeted existing customers and identify solutions to meet customer needs through consultative selling process. • Provide customers with the appropriate solutions, marketing collateral, and clinical information to obtain customer commitment to purchase ASP products. • Develop new potential customers, primarily via Capital equipment placements while developing customer champions for ASP technologies. • Effectively communicate and collaborate with: Regional Sales Manager, field service engineers, marketing, training and education. • Provide product demonstration, training presentations and in-servicing based upon Customer’s needs. • Leverage Salesforce.com to provide timely and current information on customers within your territory.

• Drive automation growth by collaborating with customers, distributors, and internal teams. • Collaborate with the sales team on strategic account planning to secure end-user business. • Develop impactful presentations and product demos to showcase solution value. • Maintain clear communication with sales, distributors, end-users, and divisions. • Partner with divisional resources to share insights on competition, innovation, and customer needs. • Manage your territory efficiently by focusing on key accounts and activities using an 80/20 approach. • Manage project scopes and timelines to align with business goals. • Provide expertise across welding automation markets, including robotics, advanced welding processes, and troubleshooting. • Support emerging technologies in advanced processes, including waveform development and communication protocols. • Provide training and support to end-users and distribution partners.

• Optimization of high-precision motion control algorithms for industrial robots. • Application of modern methods such as Model Predictive Control (MPC), control theory, artificial intelligence (AI) and force control. • Optimization of algorithms to minimize vibrations and improve control accuracy. • Performing simulations and tests to validate developed solutions. • Supporting the development and implementation of prototypes. • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in mechanics, electronics and software development. • International travel to support projects and customers.

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. Primary Location: United States (US) - Maine - Portland Function: Marketing and Sales (CA) Title: Product Specialist - 119230 Onsite/Remote:Remote Position This position is eligible for remote work at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change. Your Responsibilities As a Product Specialist based near Portland, Mexico, or Bangor, ME, you will: - Leads initiatives on specific products to provide expert development, delivery and resolution to product support and marketing activities - Develop product strategy, processes and programs to meet requirements for channel partners, end user customers and company personnel - Provide market feedback to product development (activities may apply to operational, technical, parts or sales aspects of the products) - Develop others through coaching, mentoring and may provide supervision, work direction and conduct performance appraisals VISA Sponsorship is NOT Available for this position. What Skills You Need - Strong technical background in heavy equipment repair - Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, and computer-controlled systems, as well as be able to program and calibrate computer-controlled operating and measuring systems - Experience with forestry cut-to-length machinery and applications - Ability and willngnes to travel up to 75% within assigned territory What Makes You Standout - Having a background as a forestry heavy equipment technician, particularly with Waratah product experience - Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with customers and equipment dealers Education Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following: - High school diploma or GED - Associate’s degree in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Technology would be preferred What You'll Get At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including: - Flexible work arrangements - Highly competitive base pay - Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution) - Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account - Adoption assistance - Employee Assistance Programs - Tuition assistance - Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations - Charitable contribution match - Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use - Vacation and Holiday Pay $77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL Must be 18 years of age or older to apply The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control. 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