What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Sales Account Representative position at PrideStaff?
Pridestaff Southfield is seeking an AtomotiveSales Account Representative for an automotive company in Novi, Michigan.
JOB PURPOSE :
Assigned customer accounts and specified component products to maintain and assist in increasing sales opportunities in the U.S. market. Supports assigned Sales Account Manager by tracking, investigating & reporting sales information; assists in resolving issues that impede company USA’s business development.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
Represents the company in providing customer support for specified component product sales.
Pursues new component sales opportunities with customer base as assigned.
Researches and analyzes sales and cost data for internal and customer meetings;
Prepares or assists in the preparation of sales presentations by compiling data; developing presentation formats and materials; attends and participates in customer meetings to develop a knowledge base of company products and sales strategies;
Supports competitive benchmarking for sales in areas of sample order purchases for R&D engineering analysis and summarizing competitive data for sales management;
Assists assigned Sales Account Manager with supplier research to provide Requests for Quotes (RFQ’s) to customers and to maintain the Annual Price Review (APR) documentation of price reductions, efficiency gains and / or reasons for price increases;
Collaborates with other company functions, including Engineering, Purchasing, Program Management, AHK Manufacturing Plant, and the company Japan Headquarters, as required, to investigate current and historical data for problem resolution in such matters as order and inventory discrepancies or other issues that impede sales or customer relations;
Performs other related duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS :
Knowledgeable in automotive sales, preferably in OEM-related accounts.
Experience in professional communications (verbal and written);
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to perform data entries and report summaries;
Possess a valid driver’s license for business travel requirements;
Understanding of Request for Quote (RFQ), customer order and tracking processes;
Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with the ability to pay strict attention to detail.
EDUCATION & TRAINING :
BBA, BS or equivalent.
Japanese program studies are preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Work performed in an office setting, customer offices, and manufacturing visits.
Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities;
Customer support and business requirements to include auto and air travel;
Lifting of component parts up to 25 lbs. on occasion with associate assistance, as required.
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : Up to $65,000.00 per year ??????.
Benefits : 401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule : 8-hour shift
Education :
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience :
Automotive sales (OEM accounts) : 3 years (Preferred)
Request for Quote (RFQ) : 3 years (Preferred)
Japanese program studies : 3 years (Preferred)
Annual Price Review (APR) : 4 years (Preferred)
increase sales (automotive) : 3 years (Preferred)
Language : Japanese (Preferred)
Work Location : 3-days in person / 2-days remote (subject to change)
Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to) : $65.00
Salary : $65,000
