Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales Support & Administration: Provide comprehensive sales support to the team, including order processing, customer inquiries, and tracking product availability specific to automotive components.
- Technical Drawing Interpretation: Accurately read and interpret engineering and technical drawings related to automotive parts to understand customer requirements and support project planning and cost estimation.
- Client Consultation: Engage with automotive clients to understand their needs, recommend solutions, and ensure that products meet industry specifications and standards.
- Quotation & Proposal Preparation: Prepare detailed quotations, proposals, and technical documentation tailored for the automotive industry, ensuring accuracy and adherence to client specifications.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure timely delivery and high client satisfaction in a fast-paced automotive environment.
- Data Management & Reporting: Maintain accurate records in the CRM system, generate sales reports, and track order status updates, particularly for automotive projects.
- Continuous Learning: Stay updated on automotive product developments and industry trends to assist in customer consultations and internal training.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or related field) preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a sales engineering role within the automotive or manufacturing sector.
- Proficiency in reading and understanding automotive engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and MS Office Suite.
Key Attributes:
- Technical Aptitude: Strong ability to understand and interpret technical drawings and engineering documents specific to automotive parts and systems.
- Customer-Focused: Excellent customer service skills with the ability to build and maintain positive client relationships in the automotive industry.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying technical information clearly to automotive clients.
- Attention to Detail: High attention to detail, especially when preparing proposals and reading automotive technical documentation.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing individual responsibilities independently.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a demanding automotive environment.