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JAE HAK KIM

Account Sales Engineer
Seoul

Summary


A Machine Vision Technical Sales Specialist who can propose optimal automation solutions based on extensive experience in vision system consulting.


  • Proficient in technical sales, specializing in machine vision systems and code scanner applications for Factory Automation.
  • Experienced in sales for Factory Automation (FA) and B2B markets.
  • Skilled in identifying new projects and investment plans from key accounts to develop efficient sales strategies.
  • Extensive experience in proposing and implementing vision systems across various industries, including automotive, semiconductor, and food sectors.
  • Expertise in 3D Vision and AI Deep Learning Vision solutions.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand market trends and customer needs based on comprehensive customer-focused business experience.
  • Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
  • Capable of managing multiple clients simultaneously (50-100+ clients).
  • Main Customers –

1) FPCB & PCB Accounts (BH Flex, SI Flex, Daeduck Electronics, etc)

2) Camera Module Parts Accounts (LGInnotek,Jahwa Electronics, Actro, etc)

3) Display-related equipment Accoutns (SFA, SynusTech, etc)

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Account Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
09.2021 - Current
  • Manage revenue exceeding $2.4M annually
  • Identify customer requirements through on-site visits and meetings to propose efficient vision sensors
  • Stay updated on market and competitor trends, product demand, and customer investment plans
  • Introduce products and applications at industry fairs and corporate seminars
  • Strategically sell to mobile FPCB and camera module companies
  • Manage over 20 channel partners and more than 100 customers
  • Led dedicated management of Vietnam-related projects and collaborated with Cognex’s Vietnam branch
  • Secured a $500K SI Flex VINA factory automation line project
  • Secured a $200K Vinfast Vietnam EV battery exterior inspection project
  • Secured over $500K annually from projects related to camera module parts with companies like LGIT and Jahwa Electronics
  • Secured a $100K Dongwoo-Fine Chem second and third plant Touch Sensor Production Line Deep Learning Project
  • Managed several logistics automation projects with Chinese display companies such as BOE and CSOT

Senior Product Specialist Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed revenue exceeding $1.2M annually
  • Specialized in AI Deep Learning Vision and 3D Vision sales for automotive parts and EV battery companies
  • Conducted new product training for partner companies
  • Identified customer requirements through site visits and meetings to propose high-performance vision solutions
  • Collaborated with internal deep learning experts to provide the best AI solutions to customers
  • Conducted over 50 seminars on deep learning vision solutions
  • Progressed deep learning projects at SK Innovation’s Seosan and China factories
  • Oversaw the Korea Electric Terminal EV Module Case Busbar inspection project
  • Managed the NSK Bearing Appearance Inspection project

Account Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
12.2018 - 06.2020
  • Managed annual revenue exceeding $1.5M
  • Managed over 100 automotive parts companies, providing automation solutions
  • Conducted smart camera training for internal sales representatives
  • Secured a $500K SK Innovation U.S
  • Plant Pack Module line project (TopTec)
  • Secured a $100K INZI Controls Ansan plant deep learning vision project
  • Secured a $200K Hyundai Kefico ECU line deep learning vision project

Account Sales Engineer

Keyence Korea
12.2015 - 12.2018
  • Direct sales to customers across a variety of industries including semiconductors, electronics, food, pharmaceuticals, and automotive
  • Responsible for the full sales cycle, from project verification and bidding to negotiations and sales
  • Conducted product demonstrations, tests, and technical consultations directly with customers
  • Managed over 50 customer meetings and product demonstrations per month
  • Oversaw sales management of major automotive parts companies such as Mando, Hanon Systems, and LS Automotive
  • Achieved annual sales of over $1M

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Economics

Myongji University
03.2006 - 02.2016

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/07/87
  • Nationality: Korea

Militaryservice

Completed

Timeline

Account Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
09.2021 - Current

Senior Product Specialist Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
07.2020 - 08.2021

Account Sales Engineer

Cognex Korea
12.2018 - 06.2020

Account Sales Engineer

Keyence Korea
12.2015 - 12.2018

Bachelor’s Degree - Economics

Myongji University
03.2006 - 02.2016
JAE HAK KIMAccount Sales Engineer