Cooperatively create and execute an engagement plan with local US Service Center sales teams identifying and engaging high potential accounts in assigned region including local and strategic accounts to achieve sales and profit goals
Act as local, technical fluid power expert in assigned region including facilitating technical supplier interactions with internal sales teams and customers
Confer with customers, supplier representatives and internal resources to prepare and present fluid power solutions to both internal associates and customers in order to drive new business. This includes reviewing installed solutions, drawings, plans and other customer documents to prepare technical proposals involving products and services offered.
Conduct fluid power training for both internal associates and customers to increase knowledge of Fluid Power and demonstrate expertise and value
Develop professional working relationships with key supplier resources to help specify products and systems that will enhance customer performance
Coordinate projects with US Service Center personnel
Assist development of the Fluid Power collaborative knowledge base including applications, interchanges, case histories, Documented Value Added activities, market activities and competitor activities
Requirements
3+ years fluid power experience including practical applications (hydraulic and/or pneumatic)
Strong mechanical aptitude with a desire and passion to learn
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and system schematics
Ability to clearly communicate technical thoughts and solutions to multiple levels
Familiar with MS Office including remote collaboration tools (eg. video conferencing)
Strong written & verbal communication & English grammar skills
Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team
Proven problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, time management skills, sense of urgency and a bias for action.