Sales Engineer
Growing Groves
Detroit Metropolitan AreaFresher1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
This is an entry-level role for an individual looking to start developing their career in the automotive industry, specifically within the automotive bearing manufacturing OEM sector. The territory covers Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and as-needed. This blended sales and engineering role offers a diverse career path.
Key Responsibilities
- Expand sales with existing customers and develop new business by matching automotive technology with customer applications.
- Attend weekly face-to-face program meetings.
- Coordinate with manufacturing plants and other regions to support activities, including prototype and production parts delivery.
- Analyze customer growth needs and gather forecast information to support business planning.
- Conduct commercial negotiations, submit quotes, and track programs accurately without delays.
- Maintain monthly sales projections and note competitor product strategies.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- MS Office software, especially MS PowerPoint and Excel.
- Ability to travel up to 30%.
Qualifications
- A degree or diploma in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Collegiate experience or projects relating to the automotive field.
- Personality and aptitude for consistent customer contact while leveraging the technical aspects of their degree.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Commitment to customer service and teamwork.