Proposal Manager - Technical Sales
Broetje Automation, Elk Grove Village, IL, United States
Job Title
Proposal Manager – Technical Sales
Location Elk Grove Village, IL (up to 30% travel)
Job Type Full time
Company Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile (AL) and Seattle (WA).
Summary The Proposal Manager reports directly to the CEO, leading North American sales and supporting the BA-US sales team. This position leads the development of technical and commercial proposals for Broetje’s automated manufacturing solutions, pricing estimations, commercial documents, technical proposals, etc.
Compensation/Benefits
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000
401(k) company match – 6% match, no vesting period
100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision), no cost to the employee
Disability plan & group life insurance program
3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
13 Holidays – 10 company holidays & 3 flex holidays
Tuition reimbursement program $10k/yr
International travel opportunities (Germany)
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline (i.e., mechanical, manufacturing, or electrical engineering)
7+ years working in customer or semi-customer facing role – ideal candidate will have work experience in Aerospace industry
Related experience may include work in one or more of the following areas:
Automated systems such as machine tools, robotic cells or assembly fixtures, jigs, tools
Manufacturing applications with thermoset or thermoplastic composite materials
Factory assembly or machine manufacturing
Qualifications
Ability to evaluate complex technical requirements and shape solutions that align with customer business objectives
Experience creating and presenting sales proposals
Strong sales ability, business acumen, and commercial awareness.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Personable and outgoing; comfortable speaking in front of groups of people
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Candidate must be willing to travel up to 30% and have an active US passport
Job Responsibilities
Work with forward-facing sales personnel at Broetje to understand customer needs and generate proposals in order to achieve North American sales targets
Lead end-to-end proposal strategy, including technical scope definition, pricing development, risk assessment, and commercial positioning
Work with all relevant departments (engineering, project management, assembly, etc.) to develop solutions to customer needs.
Become technically proficient in current and future product offerings (i.e., automated drilling and fastening equipment, composites manufacturing, etc.)
Qualify potential customers for genuine need and ability to purchase proposed solutions
Work with customers throughout entirety of sales process
Lead in development of sales proposals
Travel to customer sites as needed for sales and proposal meetings and to ensure we are providing world class customer service
Research and identify potential future markets for existing and new Broetje products
Identify possible derivative products and solutions to help expand our current offerings
Visit: www.broetje-automation.com and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ
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Location Elk Grove Village, IL (up to 30% travel)
Job Type Full time
Company Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile (AL) and Seattle (WA).
Summary The Proposal Manager reports directly to the CEO, leading North American sales and supporting the BA-US sales team. This position leads the development of technical and commercial proposals for Broetje’s automated manufacturing solutions, pricing estimations, commercial documents, technical proposals, etc.
Compensation/Benefits
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000
401(k) company match – 6% match, no vesting period
100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision), no cost to the employee
Disability plan & group life insurance program
3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
13 Holidays – 10 company holidays & 3 flex holidays
Tuition reimbursement program $10k/yr
International travel opportunities (Germany)
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline (i.e., mechanical, manufacturing, or electrical engineering)
7+ years working in customer or semi-customer facing role – ideal candidate will have work experience in Aerospace industry
Related experience may include work in one or more of the following areas:
Automated systems such as machine tools, robotic cells or assembly fixtures, jigs, tools
Manufacturing applications with thermoset or thermoplastic composite materials
Factory assembly or machine manufacturing
Qualifications
Ability to evaluate complex technical requirements and shape solutions that align with customer business objectives
Experience creating and presenting sales proposals
Strong sales ability, business acumen, and commercial awareness.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Personable and outgoing; comfortable speaking in front of groups of people
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
Candidate must be willing to travel up to 30% and have an active US passport
Job Responsibilities
Work with forward-facing sales personnel at Broetje to understand customer needs and generate proposals in order to achieve North American sales targets
Lead end-to-end proposal strategy, including technical scope definition, pricing development, risk assessment, and commercial positioning
Work with all relevant departments (engineering, project management, assembly, etc.) to develop solutions to customer needs.
Become technically proficient in current and future product offerings (i.e., automated drilling and fastening equipment, composites manufacturing, etc.)
Qualify potential customers for genuine need and ability to purchase proposed solutions
Work with customers throughout entirety of sales process
Lead in development of sales proposals
Travel to customer sites as needed for sales and proposal meetings and to ensure we are providing world class customer service
Research and identify potential future markets for existing and new Broetje products
Identify possible derivative products and solutions to help expand our current offerings
Visit: www.broetje-automation.com and https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ
#J-18808-Ljbffr