Actalent • Minneapolis, MN 55443
Job #2812086774
Description
Collaborating with the engineering team, Project Managers, and the Director of Business Development to research and develop concepts and proposals relative to specific customer requests.
Developing and implementing methods to monitor and measure the performance of proposals and quotations against actual project performance plan-reporting results to the Director of Engineering on a monthly basis.
Responding to all proposal inquiries in a timely manner as requested.
Developing and maintaining a record of proposal inquiries to ensure timely and appropriate response to customers.
Working with customers to ensure that prospective requirements are well understood to ensure effective and pertinent quotes.
Coordinating the customer proposal process, ensuring that quotes are presented accurately and in a timely manner.
Supporting project kick-off meetings by ensuring all required project information is collected and communicated to the project team providing a thorough understanding of the project scope.
Actively participating in proposal review meetings with the assigned Project Manager and Engineers to ensure clear communication of the customer's requirements and the commitments made by the company.
Working with the entire business development team to coordinate the company's participation at trade shows and in advertising media, ensuring that the company presents a strong and consistent message.
Maintaining an awareness of the competition including their strengths, weaknesses, sales and marketing methods, and philosophies-maintaining a "competitor's library" of all intelligence gathered.
Actively participating in the creative exchange of ideas to enhance the company's research and development efforts-developing an ongoing awareness of new technologies and trends in the marketplace that may be useful in solving customer problems.
Ensuring that regular and open communication takes place with other functional departments regarding the coordination and planning for both active and future customers.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of what it takes to make the parts our target market produces
An understanding of the capabilities and benefits of the company's products-and the ability to effectively communicate those benefits to customers
Computer literacy with the ability to operate the company's applicable systems
The ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the company
A willingness and ability to work against and meet strict deadlines
Proficiency in mathematics to understand and perform complex processes related to cost analysis and price quotation development
Excellent organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills
A disciplined, goal-oriented personality with the creativity to provide and work with new ideas and approaches to design and processes
A strong, proven background in all facets of design engineering
The ability to consistently identify new operational opportunities and develop personal strategies for improving efficiency and productivity
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00
Benefits- Success-oriented and open working environment- Flexible working time models- Home office option- Comprehensive onboarding with buddy program- Referral bonus- Independent work in a dynamic team with short decision-making processes- Further training opportunities- Company celebrations and anniversaries- Corporate benefits (e-bike leasing, coffee, fruit basket...)- Private accident insurance, collective private health insurance
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Brooklyn Park,MN.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email ~~~ (~~~) for other accommodation options.
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