Engineering

Machining Specialist, Michigan Region

Sandvik Coromant in the Michigan region is looking for a

Machining Specialist

Location: Ideal location of the applicant would be Lansing, Saginaw, Mt Pleasant or surrounding areas

Territory covered: Michigan lower peninsula

If you are customer-focused and have a passion for excellence, with a background in the tooling & machining industry, Sandvik Coromant wants to speak with you about this exciting opportunity!

*** Overnight Estimated Travel is expected to be around 20% depending on Business needs & situation. ***

Key performance areas

In this dynamic role, you will work as a technical expert supporting Customers to provide solutions and develop opportunities to meet our company’s sales growth goals.

Main duties and responsibilities:

The Machining Specialist provides expert technical support to end users of machining technology by solving problems, demonstrating techniques, and providing training. This position will work directly with customers as well as provide support for the sales team. The position requires travel within the Michigan lower peninsula.

Sales Territory Management

Manages customer requests and business issues within a complex and global matrix organization, serving as a liaison between customers and company departments
Builds strong customer relationships and secures customer commitment and service excellence.
Executes global and local pricing strategies within all sales activities
Ensures pre-meeting plans and preparations with customers to secure efficient negotiation results
Maintains existing market shares and hunts for new business opportunities
Promotes the competitive advantage of Sandvik Coromant products and advanced solutions, highlighting differentiating advantages of the company’s Total Value Chain Offer

Technical Competence

Executes delivery of expert technical solutions and sales support to end-customers and distributors to grow the share of wallet within territory and customer base
Recommends products and services that fit well with customers’ business needs
Troubleshoots, investigates, and resolves technical problems that arise
Delivers training to educate external partners and customers on new product releases and features
Documents applied products and services performance and cost savings results using Productivity Analyzer software
Performs mathematical calculations applicable to product applications and sales statistics
Advanced knowledge of CNC mills and lathes. Expert ability to read and understand NC code
Ability to interpret a blueprint, identifying constraints which could limit tool selection based on GD&T
Experience working in a variety of CNC environments in various industry segments like Auto, Medical, Aerospace, General Engineering.

Way of working

Builds effective working relationships with end customers and distributors to secure projects and opportunities to grow sales
Ambassador for driving new ways of working and future technology within field of expertise to ensure customers’ needs are fulfilled and profitable business is gained
Accountable to ensure successful opportunities are qualified and the appropriate products are applied in a first-class manner to maximize Sandvik Coromant’s market share and profitable business
Leads customer projects from start to finish while coordinating with all internal stakeholders, partners, and customers
Takes responsibility and control for the high-quality performance of the job duties
Applies a structured and organized business orientated approach to daily work using the digital tools within Office 365
Displays expert technical knowledge of metal cutting tools knowledge and application experience
Consistently improves knowledge of the Sandvik Coromant Offer and quality of production, new tools and technologies to increase professional development
Regularly attends sales and product training, both independently and as defined by the company

Your profile

Five or more years’ experience in real world manufacturing with cutting tool experience and technical knowledge
Degree or equivalent qualification in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related field
Proven track record in delivering good business results
Strong execution capabilities, able to create synergy, collaborate and gain commitment
Experience managing external and internal customer relationships in accordance with commercial and technical terms and conditions
Relevant experience from CAD/CAM and application knowledge is an advantage
Project management knowledge is an advantage
Skilled communicator, presenter, and negotiator in the English language, verbally and in writing
Must possess a current driver’s license valid for his/her state of primary residence
Applicant must be a US citizen

Benefits

Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive benefits package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please visit www.sandvik.com/careers to apply for the Machining Specialist, Michigan Region position, Job #R0077165. We look forward to receiving your application.

Sandvik Coromant is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at hrsupport.us@sandvik.com. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

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