What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Engineer position at Ebco Inc?
Description
About the Company
Ebco is a world class supplier of engineered rubber products for industrial applications. We specialize in repeating sales to Fortune 500 companies across a wide range of industries. Today, we have one of the most comprehensive catalogs of engineered isolators and seals in the industry.
We are currently headquartered in Elgin, Illinois with facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Dublin, Ireland, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Thailand, and Xiamen, China. We are excited to announce the opening of our new facility in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Our strategic locations allow us to provide Just In Time delivery and localized service globally without sacrificing quality or cost. Our team of engineers are available to provide customized solutions and on-site support for your isolation and sealing needs.
We are opening a new facility in Cedar Falls, Iowa and looking for a Sales Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Develop new prospects and interact with existing customers to increase sales of Ebco products and services
- Develop relationships with key accounts and foster additional growth opportunities
- Develop, qualify, and drive leads through the sales pipeline
- Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction
- Coordinate with key account managers, engineers, and various divisions at Ebco as required
- Assist in developing and implementing marketing plans
- Apply basic engineering knowledge to aid in developing applications
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Travel to prospects and customers for this position is 30-50%
Skills/Qualifications
- Proven track record of driving sales growth
- Strong written and verbal communication, negotiating, and selling skills
- Ability to provide uncompromised customer service
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Office, CRM
- Familiarity with basic engineering and manufacturing principles
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor
- Self-starter and self-motivated
- Technical skills, such a blueprint reading, preferred
Education/Experience
- Bachelors degree in engineering or equivalent technical field
- 2 years of experience in industrial sales and/or customer service with OEMs
- 2 years of experience in the engineering/manufacturing industry, preferred
- Experience with technical business processes such as RFQ, PPAP, ECR
- Knowledge of JIT, logistics, and supply chain fundamentals
- Fundamental knowledge of rubber manufacturing, preferred
