Application Engineer

Location: Kalamazoo, MI, 49001Required Skills And AbilitiesEducation, Training, and/or QualificationsAssociate degree in Business, Science, or Engineering preferredMinimum of 3-5 years sales execution or application engineering experience is expectedSpecific SkillsStrong customer skills including excellent written and verbal communication; emphasis and strength in summarization and action clarity are criticalHighly motivated with strong initiativeStrong computer skills and knowledgeAbility to work in a high volume and fast paced work environmentResponsibilitiesLearn and understand product portfolios, markets and applicationsCollect technical data and objectives from customers via phone, email or web meetingsUse independent judgement to quote select products that meet specifications and evaluate alternativesBuild strong relationships with both new and existing customers through efficient and courteous written and verbal communicationTimely respond to leads with high quality responsesAccurately enter information (i.e. part numbers, correct margin and pricing, Market, Customer Type, Territory, etc) and follow up when necessaryResponsible for updating systems as needed, i.e. CRM, quote system, SCO, PDMAct as internal logistics expert and problem solver in support of sales and customer needsPartner with Regional Sales Managers in managing leads and/or growing territoriesMaintains regular and predictable attendanceParticipates in weekly meetings as required for order/quote managementExpectations: Shape a Sustainable FutureAnticipate the futureSense and act upon emerging trendsEngage and inspire people around prioritiesOwn the outcome and make profitable growth happen