Seegrid Promotes AGV Expert Derek Roberts to Manage and Grow U.S. Sales

Seegrid Promotes AGV Expert Derek Roberts to Manage and Grow U.S. Sales
By: TR Cutler
 
Nov. 1, 2013 - PRLog -- Seegrid is growing.  To accommodate this growth the company promoted Derek Roberts to Director of Sales and reports to John Hayes, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, North America.

Hayes explained why the dramatic staff increases are necessary noting, “We have seen a 350% increase in Seegrid robotic industrial truck orders year to date when compared to 2012.  Also known as flexible AGVs, this extraordinary growth is proof the manufacturing sector has recovered; material handling and distribution centers are expanding quickly because the demand for our products has never been stronger.  We are adding talented and experienced staff to ensure the quality and customer care continues to be a hallmark of our company, our brand, and our reputation.”

With automation rapidly gaining popularity in the U.S., Roberts shared where he sees Seegrid's automation solution providing the most value for warehouses and plants. “Cost of operation and hiring costs…even with above average unemployment numbers I’m continually hearing our customerstalk of how difficult it is to find and retain good employees. Seegrid’s AGV solutions eliminate repetitive non-value-added tasks allowing associates to have a more meaningful and satisfactory work experience.”

Hayes also suggested that Seegrid will benefit from Roberts’ extensive leadership background in materials handling and automation because, “With years of sales leadership experience, this new role as Director of Sales Roberts brings a renewed vigor to the sales team and a passion for sales success. His ability to build a team, equip them with the necessary tools, and lead them, makes Roberts well-positioned for success.”

As part of the new position Roberts will manage three new Regional Sales Managers, Charles Craven, Bill Edgy, and Gary Ensey.

The growth at Seegrid is expected to continue at this rapid pace for several years.  One of the elements for the Seegrid growth model is the “Try before you buy program.”  It allows potential customers to see how the Seegrid technology operates in their plants and distribution centers or warehouses, assuring that it is the right product every time.  Seegrid has eliminated the guess work in selecting an AGV.

About Seegrid

Seegrid Corporation (www.seegrid.com) provides simple, affordable, flexible vision-guided automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to the material handling industry.  Seegrid robotic industrial trucks, flexible AGVs, are revolutionizing the movement of materials in manufacturing and distribution environments.  Seegrid automated pallet trucks and tow tractors optimize workflow processes by increasing productivity and reducing costs, creating economic and operational advantages.  Robotic industrial trucks deliver a rapid return on investment, improve facility safety, and reduce equipment and product damage.  Fast Company magazine named Seegrid as one of the Top 50 World’s Most Innovative Company in 2013 and among the Top 10 World’s Most Innovative Robotics Company in 2013. Follow Seegrid Corporation on Twitter at @Seegrid.

Seegrid Corporation

www.seegrid.com

Amanda Merrell

Marketing Director

amerrell@seegrid.com

412-379-4500
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