What are the responsibilities and job description for the International Sales Representative position at SK Services?
Our client is a global leader in insect screen, solar control fabrics, drawn wire, engineered products, and specialty fabrics. An opening is currently available in the Tuscaloosa office for an International Sales Representative (Latin America), requiring fluent Spanish, 25% travel in the region, and full-time, in-person work at corporate headquarters.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Will have expert knowledge of the company’s capabilities and product portfolio
- Will maintain pricing and terms of sales as directed for the assigned sales territory
- Will perform sales activities in compliance with export regulations
- Will provide prompt customer service, including order entry, quotations, sampling, and product support
- Will act as the “voice of the customer” for new product development, improvements, and feedback
- Will respond to customer complaints and coordinate corrective actions, billing corrections, and credits
- Will manage and respond to inquiries via email, website, and phone
- Will prepare monthly sales reports for the assigned territory
- Will plan and travel internationally within the assigned sales territory
- Will be able to travel internationally, including solo trips to multiple countries for up to two weeks as required
- Will plan and attend international trade shows and trade missions
- Will host international customers and prospects for office visits and plant tours
- Will monitor and report competitor activities to management
- Will provide customer and country information to Credit Management
- Will monitor regional and country political and economic risks
- Will translate and/or edit foreign language marketing materials and support website development
Job Requirements
- The successful candidate will be self-motivated with the drive and ability to work independently. They will be a high-energy individual with strong interpersonal skills and ethical principles.
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Marketing, Business or another closely related field is required.
- Excellent Communications in English & Spanish – Verbal and written
- Proficient in Microsoft 2016 Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Previous experience in International Business within Latin America is preferred.
- Valid Driver's license required
- Valid passport
- Ability to travel 25% internationally
- Customer Service and Relationship Management experience
Languages Required:
- Fluency in English & Spanish
- Working knowledge of Portuguese preferred