Sales Representative

Job Title:Sales Representative - Non-Automotive

Job Location: MNP, Utica, Michigan

Job Schedule: Dayshift Hours TBD

About us: MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family-owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. Headquartered in southeast Michigan. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.

About the role: The Sales Representative is responsible for managing and overseeing the total customer experience. Tasks include daily communication, program/part management, and commercial profitability of part portfolio. This role will liaise with cross-functional internal teams (i.e., Customer Service, Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Product Development) to improve the entire customer experience. Occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities: Develop and maintain strong relationships with the customers' purchasing,

engineering, quality, and manufacturing departments.

Receive and respond to quotes, follow up with buyers, and solicit customer

feedback for continuous improvement

Connect with key personnel and stakeholders across the total MNP business

Organize requested sales data, conduct regular clean-up of quote status, and

prepare sales activity reports.

Execute sales strategies that create relevant new business opportunities

Essential skills required for success at MNP:

Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role:

Bachelor's degree (preferably in engineering, metallurgy, or business)

In-depth knowledge of the steel industry and cold-heading manufacturing a plus

Demonstrated customer service skills; able to influence others

Highly organized; results oriented

Excellent communication skills including written and oral

Entrepreneurial mindset

Polished and professional presentation skills

High level of proficiency in MS Office Suite products, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Ability to relate to all types of people, exhibits trust and integrity; embraces MNP culture

Able to communicate clearly and effectively

Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen

Able to pass a background check

Benefits: Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit-sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more.

This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.