Sales & Product Support - Marketing Representative

Kress Corporation is the industry leader in specialty transport carrier manufacturing, with equipment operating worldwide in demanding sectors like metals and material handling.

Every Kress carrier is designed with heavy-duty construction, high load capacity, and maneuverability to deliver exceptional durability and efficiency. Our commitment to quality and innovation drives us to develop machines that meet specific application needs and provide enhanced lifecycle value.

Join us and be part of a dynamic, talented team dedicated to building world-class machinery that shapes industries around the globe!

Sales & Product Support – Marketing Representative

Kress is looking for a full time Sales & Product Support – Marketing Representative to join our team in the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries.

The Sales & Product Support – Marketing Representative will provide customer assistance and recommendations in the area of job estimates, machine requirements, and field advice. You will also be responsible for responding to tender documents from customers and assisting the Product Support Group and the Parts Group in customer support when needed.

Responsibilities –

• Develop and implement marketing strategy for all assigned products
• Knowledge of mechanical assemblies for heavy mobile machinery
• Create and maintain market analysis for all assigned industries to enable market share tracking and sales strategy development
• Provide timely proposals that fit the sales strategy
• Ensure Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is utilized effectively, efficiently, and fluidly to make certain all departments are sharing coordinated information
• Negotiate and execute contracts in compliance with the risk matrix
• Lead sales “hand-off” process for won projects to establish proper contract administration and project management details
• Ability to successfully navigate the sales process while maintaining strong relationships with the customers
• Must have the ability to advise customers on technical solutions while including the expertise from other internal departments
• Contribute to the sales forecast as accurately as possible
• Effectively collaborate with all company department as needed
• Assist in the planning and execution of trade shows
• Stay abreast of industry trends and market developments

Qualifications -

• Bachelor’s degree Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering (previous related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
• Experience in a technical/mechanical related field
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and site application engineering preferred
• Knowledge of budgeting
• Ability to absorb new issues and make sound decisions
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
• Must have the ability to think on your feet and pivot when needed
• Prior experience in project management beneficial

Kress Benefits –

• Group Health Insurance including Prescriptions
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

Kress Corporation is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
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