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NTN Bearing Corporation

Sales Engineer

NTN Bearing Corporation Farmington Hills, Michigan, United States

Machinery Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

Jul 21
solutions-engineer Mid (2-5 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

Develop and secure new OEM business, manage customer accounts, and coordinate new program launches, including APQP meetings, sample delivery, timing, and cost negotiations. Maintain customer requirements and performance, communicate significant issues, and report on customer needs, market conditions, competition, and business opportunities.

What they look for

OEM Sales Automotive Sales Business Development Customer Relationship Management Automotive Powertrain Systems Drivetrain Systems Industry Standards APQP IATF 16949 Program Management Project Management Leadership Negotiation Technical Communication Customer Issue Management Market Analysis

Requirements

A four-year undergraduate degree in engineering or business is required, with a preference for mechanical, industrial, or applied engineering disciplines. The role seeks 1–3 years of direct OEM automotive sales experience or relevant engineering experience, along with powertrain or drivetrain knowledge, APQP and IATF 16949 familiarity, project management skills, and the ability to lead and collaborate across teams.

Benefits

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Matching Company Retirement Contribution Paid Vacation Paid Holiday Time Off Tuition Reimbursement

Full description

Location: Farmington Hills, MI

Are you looking for a unique vehicle to a successful career? Are you seeking to utilize your talents to their maximum potential? NTN Bearing Corporation has employment opportunities that will assist qualified candidates to achieve their desired goals. NTN is one of the world's premier bearing manufacturers serving the automotive and industrial markets for the past 100 years. Proven stability, growing sales that are in the billions, are a few of the factors that set NTN apart. NTN has an immediate opening in our Sales Department for an OEM Sales Engineer for our NTN Automotive Center located in Farmington Hill, MI.

Major Responsibilities:

  • Pursue and secure new OEM business opportunities.  Respond promptly to inquiries and seek out and calls upon potential and existing customers to identify needs. Pursue all avenues for technical requirements for new product development.
  • Oversee the management of new program launches.  Direct communications with all internal and external customers on timing, program needs, concerns, and requirements.
  • Take the lead role for APQP meetings and be knowledgeable for all program aspects.  Negotiate sample delivery, timing, and cost.
  • Manage current business for assigned accounts. Ensure products meet customer requirements, are shipped on time and that NTN meets specific customer performance standards.
  • Communicate in a timely manner all significant customer issues to appropriate personnel.  Maintain timely and accurate records on customer calls and meetings. 
  • Provide management with verbal briefs and written reports of customer needs, problems, interests, market situations, competitive activities, new articles and any potential for new business and services.
  • Negotiate and support Tariff recovery.

Qualifications

Skills/Requirements:

  • 4-year undergraduate engineering or business degree (BSME, IE or Applied Engineering Sciences/ multi-discipline degree preferred).
  • Desire 1-3 years of experience in direct OEM automotive sales (GM, Subaru, Mercedes, etc.). Similar experience in engineering would be a serious consideration for an internal NTN candidate.
  • Technical skills must include: A fundamental understanding of automotive powertrain or drivetrain system and knowledge and application of appropriate industry standards.
  • Leadership capabilities - Ability to function and lead in a team environment.
  • Understands how Development Engineering fits in the manufacturing business (Quality, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales, Marketing)  
  • Creativity & Independent thinking, Project Management Skills and Experience
  • Knowledge of basic APQP concepts and IATF16949 requirements

We offer a full range of comprehensive benefits, including choice of medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a cash matching 401(k) Plan, separate company contribution to your 401(k)-retirement account, paid vacation, additional paid time off during the major holiday season, and eligibility for tuition reimbursement. 

NTN Bearing Corporation (NBCA) treats all employees and applicants according to their individual qualifications, abilities, and experiences and adheres to all local and national employment rules and regulations where we operate. NTN does not tolerate discrimination due to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran/military status, or any other legally protected trait.

How to apply:   If you are interested in applying, please go to ntnamericas.com, click careers and apply.

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