Job Description

Responsibilities

Essential job tasks include but are not limited to :

Develop and execute sales plans to meet performance expectations and requirements;
Prepare sales presentations to create product understanding and awareness;
Build relationships with key customers to enhance long-term business prospects;
Assist team to develop a coordinated sales effort while keeping management informed of market conditions
Support all business activities and direct customer requirements – commercial, engineering, prototype, packaging, quality and production.
Support the launch of new programs, track prototype and production profitability of components sold.
Draft letters as appropriate both internally and to customers for the purpose of managing or initiating business.
Conduct marketing activities / research as appropriate and assemble relevant information for reporting and / or strategic activities.
Prepare Account Status reports as appropriate for senior management.
Prepare / assemble information for customer meetings or Senior Management reviews.
Attend meetings both internally and with customers, as appropriate.
Be knowledgeable on industry activities as they relate to specific product / customer requirements.
Operate with “cross-functional” approach and accordingly accept / assume new responsibilities as dictated by business environment.
Exempt position, not eligible for overtime pay
Qualifications:
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
Computer Skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Minimum Five (5) years of OEM experience and/or Automotive Industry sales experience preferred
Beneficial Skills and Experience: Familiarity with OEM/Tier 1 purchasing procedures
Solid understanding of market trends, industry issues, and knowledge of competitors
Effective interpersonal, communications (written and verbal), and teamwork skill
Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without company immigration VISA sponsorship
Possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted driver’s license
Travel Requirements: Approximately 25%
Must be willing and available to travel to such locations and with such frequency as is necessary and desirable to meet business needs.
Ensure timely responses to customer requests by managing internal activities related to new quotation, cost estimation, price negotiation, engineering change requests, etc.