Henkel
Technical Sales Engineer for Global Automotive Key Account
Henkel, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Overview
Technical Sales Engineer for Global Automotive Key Account at Henkel. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit, empowering people to transform industries and provide customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. What You’ll Do
Demonstrate technical expertise as subject matter expert in the adhesives, sealants, and thermal interface materials space. Manage sales projects through all project phases from requirements collection, material candidate selection, material and application trials, to serial supply upon successful business nomination. Initiate and lead sales projects with strong project management, communication and technical skills. Prepare and execute technical customer meetings and project reviews. Deliver material candidates’ properties and test results to customer engineers and translate feedback into next steps and follow-up actions. Define work packages (material tests, application trials, reports, etc.) for technical support teams. Coordinate input from cross-functional resources (Application Engineering, Product Development, Product Line Management, etc.). Provide urgent support to critical issues as they arise. Listen to customer needs and translate requirements into future product development and account strategies, in alignment with the Global Key Account Manager and BDMs. Identify new leads and opportunities through proactive promotion of Henkel Adhesive Technologies solutions portfolio. Be an integral part of a dynamic key account team and drive the strategic partnership with the OEM to the next level. What Makes You a Good Fit
5+ years of professional experience in technical sales, preferably in adhesives and/or thermal technologies. Experience with automotive e-mobility and electronics components is a plus. Engineering background (Mechanical, Chemical, etc.). Degree in Materials Science or Chemistry considered with strong commercial acumen. Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred. Strong cross-functional and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead in ambiguous situations and adapt to changes and challenges. High commitment to thrive in fast-paced environments with a results-driven mindset. Excellent external/internal communication and follow-ups. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight trips. Benefits
Health Insurance: medical, dental, vision and wellbeing from day 1. Work-Life Balance: paid time off, flexible/hybrid work policies, and vacation buy/sell program. Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan, annual performance bonus, service awards, and student loan reimbursement. Family Support: parental leave, fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, care discounts, and scholarships. Career Growth: national and international opportunities, access to skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement. The salary for this role is $120,000.00 - $160,000.00. This range reflects good-faith estimates for wages and may be adjusted. Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Sales and Sales Industries: Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing
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Technical Sales Engineer for Global Automotive Key Account at Henkel. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit, empowering people to transform industries and provide customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. What You’ll Do
Demonstrate technical expertise as subject matter expert in the adhesives, sealants, and thermal interface materials space. Manage sales projects through all project phases from requirements collection, material candidate selection, material and application trials, to serial supply upon successful business nomination. Initiate and lead sales projects with strong project management, communication and technical skills. Prepare and execute technical customer meetings and project reviews. Deliver material candidates’ properties and test results to customer engineers and translate feedback into next steps and follow-up actions. Define work packages (material tests, application trials, reports, etc.) for technical support teams. Coordinate input from cross-functional resources (Application Engineering, Product Development, Product Line Management, etc.). Provide urgent support to critical issues as they arise. Listen to customer needs and translate requirements into future product development and account strategies, in alignment with the Global Key Account Manager and BDMs. Identify new leads and opportunities through proactive promotion of Henkel Adhesive Technologies solutions portfolio. Be an integral part of a dynamic key account team and drive the strategic partnership with the OEM to the next level. What Makes You a Good Fit
5+ years of professional experience in technical sales, preferably in adhesives and/or thermal technologies. Experience with automotive e-mobility and electronics components is a plus. Engineering background (Mechanical, Chemical, etc.). Degree in Materials Science or Chemistry considered with strong commercial acumen. Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred. Strong cross-functional and stakeholder management skills. Ability to lead in ambiguous situations and adapt to changes and challenges. High commitment to thrive in fast-paced environments with a results-driven mindset. Excellent external/internal communication and follow-ups. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight trips. Benefits
Health Insurance: medical, dental, vision and wellbeing from day 1. Work-Life Balance: paid time off, flexible/hybrid work policies, and vacation buy/sell program. Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan, annual performance bonus, service awards, and student loan reimbursement. Family Support: parental leave, fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, care discounts, and scholarships. Career Growth: national and international opportunities, access to skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement. The salary for this role is $120,000.00 - $160,000.00. This range reflects good-faith estimates for wages and may be adjusted. Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Sales and Sales Industries: Chemical Manufacturing and Manufacturing
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