Serve as subject matter expert for the assigned product line(s).
Assist in the development of short and long term strategies for assigned product line(s) in line with annual sales budget.
Proactively research product line dynamics (competition, pricing, regulations, customer needs, business trends, etc.) and develop market segment knowledge.
Develop and execute tools and programs to assist sales in effective selling of product line(s).
Frequently travel with the Sales organization and provide expert technical guidance and application expertise.
Identify and recommend equipment and associated design changes to suit customer application needs.
Plan, organize and perform equipment demonstrations and testing within MUUS and at client sites as required.
Develop close working relationships and collaboration across the organization, both domestic and international, and partner with global headquarters on product line issues.
Create new product launch plans including technical specs, training guidelines, sales communication and assist with presentation and selling materials.
Attend trade shows and events as required to support the Sales organization.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in related meat science or technical discipline and four years’ experience in food packaging, processing, portioning, slicing or related technology; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Time Utilization: This position will travel up to 80% of the time.
Schedule needs to be flexible to accommodate internal and external customers’ schedules.
Must be willing to work outside normal business hours including some weekends as required.
Provide after-hours support as needed.
Must be able to travel with little notice as customer demands require.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical documentation, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to interpret and communicate mechanical, electrical, and physics concepts and principles to a variety of audiences.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret general technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
Working knowledge of ERP systems, database applications, contact management software, manufacturing software, and project management software.
Current valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a passport for travel as required by position.
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