Tooling Sales Engineer

Amada•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Tooling Sales Engineer drives sales growth of AMADA tooling and accessories in the Columbus, Ohio area and throughout Ohio. The role develops new business opportunities, expands existing customer relationships, and increases tooling sales among AMADA customers who currently purchase tooling from competitors. The position applies product knowledge and engineering and technical expertise to identify customer needs, recommend tooling solutions, and communicate the value and benefits of AMADA products. It also involves preparing and presenting tooling quotations, supporting AMADA customers, expanding the machine tooling market, and providing technical guidance and application support. The position provides status and call reports to the Tooling Sales Manager, prepares and processes tooling quotes in the system, stays informed about product knowledge and pricing, and performs other duties assigned by management. It may also prepare special reports and assist with miscellaneous departmental duties. There is no subordinate staff. Frequent travel is required throughout the territory; the ideal candidate is located around Columbus, Ohio.

Requirements

Computer knowledge, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software, such as PowerPoint and Excel, for sales presentations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to accept and follow instructions.
Ability to lift an average weight of 25 pounds unassisted daily.
Frequent travel throughout the territory, including Columbus, Ohio and the rest of the state.

Nice To Haves

An engineering degree in a related field is highly preferred.
A high school diploma or equivalent combined with tooling sales work experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Drive sales growth of AMADA tooling and accessories in the assigned territory.
Develop new business opportunities and expand existing customer relationships.
Increase tooling sales among AMADA customers currently purchasing tooling from competitors.
Identify customer needs, recommend tooling solutions, and communicate the value and benefits of AMADA products.
Prepare and present tooling quotations.
Support existing AMADA customers and expand the machine tooling market.
Provide technical guidance and application support to customers.
Provide status reports and call reports to the Tooling Sales Manager.
Quote tooling and process quotes into the system.
Keep informed about product knowledge and pricing information.
Prepare special reports as needed.
Assist with miscellaneous duties within the department.
Perform other related duties as assigned by management.