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Christoph Wimmer

Manager, Sales Enablement & Operations

Christoph Wimmer - Omron Automation



Profile Summary:
Christoph Wimmer is the Director for Electronic Vertical and Customer Experience Manager, Sales Enablement, and Operations at Omron Automation, a role he has held since April 2014. He brings over 20 years of experience in technical, sales, business development, and customer-focused roles, particularly emphasizing automation and electronics. Located primarily in the Americas region, Christoph's background is fortified by his technical expertise and diverse industrial knowledge.

Work Experience:



  • Omron Automation/Microscan:

  • Role: Director for Electronic Vertical and Customer Experience Manager, Sales Enablement, and Operations.

  • Duration: April 2014 – Present.

  • Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing sales and technical operations within the electronic vertical.

  • Managing customer experience strategies to ensure high satisfaction and retention.

  • Delivering sales enablement and operations, emphasizing integrated automation solutions.


  • Ni (National Instruments):

  • Role: Business Development, Area Sales, District Sales, Field Sales, and Application Engineer.

  • Duration: January 1998 – March 2014.

  • Location: Austin, Texas, USA.

  • Key Responsibilities:

  • Engaging in comprehensive sales strategies and business development across various regions.

  • Supporting application engineering tasks and client solutions.


Education:



  • Technische Universität Graz:

  • Degree: Master’s in Electronics Engineering.

  • Duration: 1987 – 1997.


Professional Skills:



Christoph Wimmer's skill set is expansive, covering a broad range of technical and operational domains:
  • Technical Skills:

  • Embedded Systems, Automation, Electronics, Sensors, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors, Machine Vision, Motion Control, Robotics, System Design, Test Automation, Control Systems Design, HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop), and more.

  • Business and Operational Skills:

  • Product Management, Testing, Sales Management, Account Management, Business Development, Strategy, Product Marketing, Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Negotiation, Opportunity Identification, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Engineering Management, Team Building, and Project Management.

  • Interpersonal and Presentation:

  • Leadership, Customer Service Management, Written and Oral Presentation Skills.


Contact Information:



  • Email: christoph.wimmer@omron.com

  • Phone: +14252265700


Key Achievements and Insights:


Christoph Wimmer has been integral to Omron's push towards Industry 4.0 by promoting integrated automation solutions that simplify system complexities and enhance productivity:
  • Integration in Automation:

  • Advocated for the use of a single software development environment to streamline and accelerate automation integration.

  • Highlighted Omron's technology portfolio's ability to seamlessly integrate controllers, sensors, machine vision, robotics, and other essential elements for modern manufacturing.

  • Data Collection and Handling:

  • Emphasized the importance of data collection and handling within Industry 4.0, with Omron solutions providing SQL database integration for enhanced data analysis.

  • Noted that Omron's fully integrated systems reduce the need for diverse vendor systems, thereby simplifying integration and improving efficiency.


Professional Network:


  • Collaborates with colleagues including Cynthia Hunsperger, Cindy Robinson, and Bart Nollet at Omron Automation.


Interests:


  • Outside work, Christoph is interested in Skiing, Hiking, Science and Technology, Education, Poverty Alleviation, Human Rights, Theater, and Movies.


Note: Christoph Wimmer’s role encompasses a significant breadth of technical and customer-centered responsibilities, making him a crucial contact at Omron Automation for integrated solutions, customer experience management, and technical sales operations.



This detailed profile provides essential insights into Christoph Wimmer’s professional background, skills, and contributions, facilitating informed and focused engagement for sales and business development opportunities.

Data Attributions:

  • AeroLeads, Semiconductor Review