Sales Engineer

at  Mersen

Mersen is a global expert in electrical specialties and advanced materials for high-tech industries, with St. Marys as a world leader in the manufacture of isostatic graphite. With more than 50 industrial sites and 16 research and development centers in 33 countries around the world, Mersen develops custom built solutions and delivers key products to its clients to meet the new technological challenges shaping tomorrow’s world.
For over 130 years, Mersen has focused tirelessly on innovation to accompany its clients and meet their needs. Be it in wind power, solar power, electronics, electric vehicles, aeronautics, space or countless or other sectors, wherever technology is progressing, you will always find a bit of Mersen.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Responsible for knowing and managing the technology evolution and material requirements of current and future customers in conjunction with the material development and sales teams. Must be able to identify all technical issues of assigned accounts to ensure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. This position reports directly to the Sales Manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’ degree in an engineering (chemical, metallurgy or ceramic preferred) or experience in sales in an industrial setting will also be considered. Proficiency in using an ERP and CRM preferred. Strong presentation and communication skills required. Prior experience in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred. Travel required (30-40%).

WHY JOIN MERSEN ST MARYS?

At Mersen, we are proud to be drivers of progress and to contribute to tomorrow’s world.

• Shared values and ethics.
• Collaborate with a diverse team that embraces challenges and bring great ideas to life.
• Learn and grow with us through our Learning and Development training programs.
• We champion diversity; diversity drives our identity.
• Retirement, 401K/Roth with employer contribution.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company provided employee life insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Sick time and 12 Paid Holidays

Questions can be sent to the HR Manager at dana.ahlberg@i.mersen.com
This job description is not all inclusive. An employee may also perform other activities as required to support the business, management team, or employees, as required.
Federal and/or state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of sex, age, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, citizenship, service in the armed forces of the United States, disability, generic information, or any other classification protected by the applicable federal, state, or local law. Mersen provides reasonable accommodations to disabled individuals to assist in the hiring process and to qualified individuals with disabilities in the performance of essential job functions, as required by federal, state, or local law. Please inform the Human Resources Department if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process

• Provide customer technical material requirements
• Provide technical application support as needed
• Work closely with internal material development team
• Work with planning team and customer service on responsiveness in meeting the needs of customers and those we want to develop.
• Keep company informed on competitive products, promotional matter, sales techniques, pricing and marketing strategies.
• Create annual sales and material forecasts
• Develop and maintain long-term relationships with customers
• Coordinating sales and marketing projects