What are the responsibilities and job description for the National Technical Representative, Concrete Systems position at Sika AG?
Company Description
With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5 billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.
Job Description
Provide a variety of technical support and assistance to Sika sales force and Sika customers in Ready Mix, Precast and Dry Cast segments. Representation of Sika Corporation during key industry events, trade shows, and participation within the main industry associations.
Specific Responsibilities:
The main responsibility of a National Technical Representative is to provide variety of onsite and remote technical support to Sika sales force in the Concrete Systems division within the western & southwestern regions.
Additional requirements:
- Deep technical understanding of concrete materials (cement, aggregates, SCM, etc.) and concrete admixtures.
- Understanding of different concrete manufacturing processes (ready mix, precast and dry cast production), concrete placement, finishing, curing, etc.
- Ability to communicate the solution (mix design adjustments, production improvements, change of raw materials, etc.) in a professional manner with the goal to produce positive outcome.
- Assist sales with field testing of newly introduced products and technologies, help with gathering testing data for new product development.
- Ability to prepare and present educational presentations to our customers’ employees.
- Benchmark Sika products versus competition to determine and understand advantages/disadvantages and unique selling points.
- Ability to monitor industry trends, competitors, etc.
- Be an active part of main Concrete industry associations – NRMCA, NPCA, PCI, ACI, ASTM, PCA, etc.
- Very close cooperation between Sika sales force, Research & Development and Marketing departments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- 15 years’ experience within the concrete industry with strong technical background.
- Experience in sales beneficial.
- Strong work ethic.
- Observant, detective and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Must have very strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent internal, external, oral, and written communication skills.
- Attention to details with analytical thinking, excellent report writing skills.
- Excellent analytical, planning and time management skills.
- Often travel is required within the western & southwestern regions.
Additional Information
Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.
Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
