Product Sales Manager - Filtration Products

Position Summary

Increase Engine Mobile Aftermarket Division sales and profits through development of product strategies. Coordinate communication involving products and applications between Division, customers and end users.

Responsibilities

Use of judgment in determining products offered, target markets and product line forecasting. Interact with sales, operations and marketing to provide premier customer service.

Essential Functions

-Establish product development procedures to assist field sales in achieving profitable volume

-Make recommendations and evaluations on new product opportunities as outlined in the Winovation process

-Participate in or lead new product development teams as part of the Winovation process

-Develop and present product training to field sales, customers and end users

-Support field sales with information on products and application

-Conduct periodic market evaluations

-Conduct competitive analysis of product lines

-Accompany and assist field sales as required

-Attend sales conferences and trade shows as required

-Assist in preparation and execution of advertising and promotional programs

-Develop and revise product literature, catalogs, technical bulletins etc.

-Facilitate exchange of information between engineering and field sales management

-Assist in the development of pricing strategies

-Assist in the development of product positioning strategies

-Monitor activities for continuous improvements in productivity and cost reductions

Qualifications

-Four year degree, preferably in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Business discipline with related experience

-Three to five years experience in engineering or field sales in a related industry

-Strong computer skills (Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office Applications)

-Strong verbal and written communication skills

-Strong analytical skills

-Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem solving / resolution skills and a team focus.

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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